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The Elegant notothen (Patagonotothen elegans) is a saltwater fish of the family Nototheniidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The elegant notothen is a small cold-water fish from the southern waters of South America, off Chile and at Cape Virgins in the southwestern Atlantic. The species grows to only about 6 cm and belongs to the notothenioid fishes, which are adapted to cold water. As a near-bottom dweller it lives at about 100 metres depth. Little is recorded of its diet and reproduction. The fish is harmless to humans and has not been evaluated by the IUCN (NE).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Elegant notothen?
The Elegant notothen has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Cold-water notothenioid; near-bottom dweller
Where does the Elegant notothen live?
The Elegant notothen lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Southern South America
How big does the Elegant notothen get?
The Elegant notothen grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Elegant notothen dangerous to humans?
No, the Elegant notothen is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Elegant notothen edible?
The Elegant notothen is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Patagonotothen
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