ocellate torpedo
| Scientific name | Torpedo torpedo |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Linnaeus |
| Year of description | 1758 |
| IUCN category (World) | VU |
| Family | Torpedinidae |
| Genus | Torpedo |
Introduction
Torpedo torpedo, commonly known as ocellate torpedo, is a salt water fish.
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Who is it?
Morphology
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Type
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Average size40 cm
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Maximum size60 cm
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ShapeCircular
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Mimicrysand
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Patterntasks
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Type
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Average size40 cm
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Maximum size60 cm
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ShapeCircular
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Mimicrysand
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Patterntasks
How to recognize the ocellate torpedo ?
The ocellate torpedo measures between 40 and 60 cm. This fish is bicolore with a predominantly bleu and beige body. The also has bleu tasks.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilitysolitary
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territorialNo
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Way of livingdiurnal
The ocellate torpedo is a fish solitary naturally found on the bottom. This species is carnivorous .
n general, this species does not care much about other animals crossing its path.
Reproduction
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Reproductionvivipare
The ocellate torpedo is a fish vivipare.
Life-threatening species
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VenomousNo
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ElectrocuteYes
In the most serious cases, it can cause death.
Where to find it?
Conservation status of populations (IUCN)
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Depth2 - 400 m
Biotope presentation
The ocellate torpedo is most often found at a depth between 2m and 400m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
To go further
To read on the web
Sources & Contributions
Participation & Validation
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Translation
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Scientific partners
Tags
Same genus
marbled torpedo ray
Torpedinidae