atlantic stargazer
| Scientific name | Uranoscopus scaber |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Linnaeus |
| Year of description | 1758 |
| IUCN category (World) | LC |
| Family | Uranoscopidae |
| Genus | Uranoscopus |
Introduction
Uranoscopus scaber, commonly known as atlantic stargazer, is a salt water fish.
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Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size22 cm
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Maximum size35 cm
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Longevity6 year
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Mimicrysand
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Patternmottling
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Average size22 cm
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Maximum size35 cm
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Longevity6 year
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Mimicrysand
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Patternmottling
How to recognize the atlantic stargazer ?
The atlantic stargazer measures around 22 cm. The females are more imposing and some specimens can reach 35 cm. This fish is bicolore with a predominantly marron and beige body. The also has marron mottling.
Sexual dimorphism
The female is bigger than the male.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilitysolitary
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territorialYes
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Way of livingnocturnal
The atlantic stargazer is a fish solitary naturally found on the bottom. This species is carnivorous . This fish lives mainly at night. Usually, it leaves its hiding place and starts to be active once it gets dark.
This species is territorial and does not appreciate the presence of intruders nearby, especially animals with similar behavior. However, the atlantic stargazer has little concern for non-territorial animals.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare qui pond en eau libre
The atlantic stargazer is a fish ovipare qui pond en eau libre.
Risks for humans
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VenomousYes
This species is venomous and can cause serious injuries when touched.
Where to find it?
Conservation status of populations (IUCN)
Where to see this species?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Depth15 - 400 m
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FlowSlow
Biotope presentation
The atlantic stargazer is most often found at a depth between 15m and 400m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
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