Notes on the distribution and ecology of Myxine glutinosa L.
Abstract
The distribution and ecology of the hagfish, Myxine glutinosa, in the
Bergen area is discussed, especially its depth occurrence. The ascent of
the species to lesser depths in the inner fjords is seen in relation to the
stability of the water masses. The total distribution of the species is
reviewed, and it is suggested that a pronounced difference in size of the
animals on both sides of the Atlantic may, if confirmed, indicate that
there are different subspecies.
Publisher
[Fiskeridirektoratets havforskningsinstitutt]Series
Fiskeridirektoratets skrifter, Serie Havundersøkelservol 15 no 3