Blackhead shrimpgoby
📖 Overview
Blackhead shrimpgoby (Amblyeleotris melanocephala) is a ray-finned fish of the family Gobiidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 9.4 cm. It occurs at depths between 20 and 62 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 13; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 13; Vertebrae: 26. Head and nape dark brown; a few yellowish spots on pectoral-fin base and opercle margin; second dorsal-fin rays I-13; proportional length of interpelvic connecting membrane relative to longest pelvic-fin ray 0.46-0.55; ventral frenum present; midline of nape naked, sides scaled above midpoint between preopercle and opercle . longitudinal scale series 92-101 .: elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Blackhead shrimpgoby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Blackhead shrimpgoby is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Blackhead shrimpgoby is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 20 - 62 m . Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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