Polyacanthonotus rissoanus

Polyacanthonotus rissoanus (De Filippi and Verany, 1857) is a species of actinopterygii belonging to the family Notacanthidae (order Albuliformes).

Common name. In English this species is commonly known as the smallmouth spiny eel.

Taxonomy. The scientific name Polyacanthonotus rissoanus (De Filippi and Verany, 1857) places this species within the actinopterygii lineage, among the most diverse vertebrates on Earth.

Description & ecology. As a member of Albuliformes, Polyacanthonotus rissoanus exhibits the group's characteristic adaptations: a actinopterygii fish Its biology reflects the demands of its particular habitat and life history within the family Notacanthidae.

Distribution. The species occurs within the natural range of its lineage; precise localities and depth preferences are documented in the taxonomic literature for Notacanthidae.

Human relevance. Like many fishes, it may be of interest to fisheries, aquaculture, the aquarium trade, or conservation, depending on its abundance and distribution.