Anacanthobythites Platycephalus
📖 Overview
Anacanthobythites Platycephalus (Anacanthobythites platycephalus) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 10.7 cm. It occurs at depths between 8 and 10 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 81; Anal soft rays: 66; Vertebrae: 49. This species is distinguished by the following characters: infraorbital pores 6; first anal fin ray under dorsal ray 22; lateral line with 83 scale rows; 26 scale rows from anal fin origin to dorsal fin base; 22 pectoral fin rays .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Anacanthobythites Platycephalus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 8 - 10 m . Tropical Indian Ocean: Western Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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