Alticus Magnusi
📖 Overview
Alticus Magnusi (Alticus magnusi), first described by Klausewitz, 1964 is a fish in the family Blenniidae (order Blenniiformes). It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. It occurs in Tropical waters. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Blenniidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Its subspecies Lophalticus kirkii magnusi is morphologically different from its nominal subspecies in having a rounded dorsal flap over the neck (vs. triangular and pointed) .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Alticus Magnusi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 30 - ? m . Tropical Indian Ocean: Red Sea; Saudi Arabia, and Egypt (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Alticus Magnusi.
🔍 Similar Species
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