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🌊 Marine Least Concern ⚠️ Venomous ⚡ Poisonous to eat 🌡️ Tropical

Tailjet frogfish

Abantennarius analis Schultz, 1957
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Max Length
7.8 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
4
Depth
2–21 m
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
reef

📖 Overview

Tailjet frogfish (Abantennarius analis) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.8 cm. It occurs at depths between 2 and 21 metres. With a trophic level of 4, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Venomous.

Scientific Name
Abantennarius analis
Authority
Schultz, 1957
Habitat
Marine
Climate
Tropical
Body Shape
Short and / or deep
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
7.8 cm
Depth Range
2–21 m
Latitude
15°S – 22°N
Trophic Level
4
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Salinity
30–40 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Abantennarius
Abantennarius
Species
Tailjet frogfish
Abantennarius analis

🐟 Physical Description

Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 7. Gill openings located far back near the anal fin origin . : short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Tailjet frogfish is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

small fish
crustaceans
cephalopods

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous

Oviparous.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Marine; reef-associated; depth range 2 - 21 m . Tropical; 22°N - 15°S

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
🌊 Marine 🪸 Reef Associated
Trophic Level
4±0.7

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.02692 × L2.96 (TL)
Max TL
7.8cm
Dorsal Spines
3
Dorsal Rays
12
Anal Rays
7

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
30–40ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2021

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
4
Apex / Top predator
Body Shape
Short and / or deep
Climate Zone
Tropical
Latitude Range
22°N – 15°S
Described By
Schultz, 1957

⚠️ Venom Profile

Medical Warning: This species is venomous. Seek immediate medical attention if envenomated. Contact emergency services and follow first aid guidance below.
Venom Type
proteinaceous neurotoxin
Delivery
dorsal, anal, and pelvic fin spines
Potency
Severe
Mortality Risk
Low
Symptom Onset
5min
Duration
24.0hrs
Antivenom
✗ Not Available
Named Toxins
high-molecular-weight protein (Stonustoxin analogue) acetylcholine
Symptoms
  • immediate intense pain
  • swelling
  • erythema
  • occasional nausea and weakness
Affected Body Systems
peripheral nervous system cardiovascular
First Aid
Immerse affected area in hot water (45 C, tolerable) for 30-90 minutes to denature toxin. Do not apply ice.
Medical Treatment

Analgesia; wound care; tetanus prophylaxis; severe cases may require monitoring for systemic effects.

References: Compiled from Bhide (2018), Halstead et al. (1988) and family-specific envenomation literature

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