Patagonotothen tessellata is a demersal fish species found in the cold waters of the Southern Ocean, particularly around the Patagonian Shelf. It features a robust, laterally compressed body with a mottled pattern. Typically reaching about 10-12 inches in length, it weighs around 1-2 pounds. This fish is known for its opportunistic feeding habits and solitary behavior.
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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