Barebelly longfin
📖 Overview
Barebelly longfin (Acanthoplesiops psilogaster) is a ray-finned fish of the family Plesiopidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 2.3 cm. It occurs at depths between 5 and 20 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 19 - 20; Dorsal soft rays (total): 4 - 5; Anal spines: 7 - 8; Anal soft rays: 4 - 5. Acanthoplesiops species with the following autapomorphic character states: 1) anterior two thirds of belly naked and 2) first two (instead of only the 1st) pterygiophores of dorsal-fin spines inserted between 2nd and 3rd neural spines. : elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Barebelly longfin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Eggs are guarded by the male parent .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 5 - 20 m . Subtropical known only from southern Japan, Taiwan, and Philippines.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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