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Abylopsis eschscholtzii

Abylopsis eschscholtzii

Chinese Taipei
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Status
Not Evaluated

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
Ocean

Primary ecological niche & biome

Diet
Omnivorous

Dietary type and primary food source

Activity
Diurnal

Diurnal, nocturnal, or active patterns

Scientific Summary

GBIF Taxonomic Backbone & Wikipedia Registry Profile

Distribution in South America: Pacific Ocean, Colombia, from 7 ºN to 1 ºN (Alvariño 1976; Cely & Chiquillo 1993), Peru, from 8 ºS to 18 ºS and off Callao (Bigelow 1911; IMARPE database), Chile, from 25 ºS to 27 ºS in Pascua Island and Caldeira (Palma 1999; Palma & Silva 2006); Atlantic Ocean, Venezuela, in Gulf of Cariaco (Legaré 1961; Alvariño 1971), Colombia, at 11 ºN in Gaira Inlet (Domínguez 2002), off French Guiana (Leloup 1934, 1955); Brazil to Argentina, from 0 º to 48 ºS (Moser 1925; Leloup 1932, 1934, 1937, 1955; Seguin 1965; Alvariño 1968, 1971, 1981; Abreu & Nogueira 1989; Cordeiro & Montú 1991; Nogueira & Oliveira 1991; Dias 1994; Pugh 1999; Migotto et al. 2002; Araujo 2006, 2012; Araujo et al. 2010; Silveira & Morandini 2011; Bonecker et al. 2014; Nogueira Jr. et al. 2015 b). Habitat: neritic and oceanic species, epi- and mesopelagic, found in tropical, subtropical and temperate waters (Alvariño 1971; Pagès & Gili 1992; Pugh & Gasca 2009; Araujo 2012; Bonecker et al. 2014).
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Abylopsis eschscholtzii is officially designated as Not Evaluated. Current field registries estimate a global population composed of an unquantified number of individuals, making habitat preservation critical to maintaining their wild populations.

It is typically endemic to ocean, showing great physiological synergy with its surroundings. In terms of dietary preferences, it relies primarily on a diet of diverse organic matter. It exhibits specialized adaptations centered around a its natural cycle activity pattern, optimizing its energy conservation and interactions within its native ecosystem.

Ongoing biological monitoring and ecological advocacy emphasize the importance of protecting this species. The stability of its food chain and the prevention of fragmentation in its primary range are vital for the continued survival of Abylopsis eschscholtzii.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangeChinese Taipei
Habitat RangeOcean
Lifespan
StatusData Deficient
ScientificAbylopsis eschscholtzii
Registry Info
LifespanUnknown
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyAbylidae