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The Striped notothen (Trematomus hansoni) is a saltwater fish of the family Nototheniidae that grows up to 46 cm.
Description
The striped notothen is an Antarctic notothen (Nototheniidae) from the icy waters around Antarctica. The species has a stocky body with crossbars and is adapted to extreme cold with antifreeze glycoproteins in the blood that prevent freezing. It lives near the bottom on the continental shelf. As an omnivore it feeds on small fishes, krill and other euphausiids, polychaete worms, copepods, isopods and snails. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Striped notothen?
The Striped notothen has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Antifreeze glycoproteins against freezing; near-bottom Antarctic notothen with vertical bars.
Where does the Striped notothen live?
The Striped notothen lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Ice-cold waters around Antarctica; continental shelf, near the bottom.
How big does the Striped notothen get?
The Striped notothen grows to a maximum of about 46 cm. On average the species is around 25 cm.
Is the Striped notothen dangerous to humans?
No, the Striped notothen is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Striped notothen edible?
The Striped notothen is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Trematomus
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