Apletodon Incognitus
📖 Overview
Juveniles about 1-2 cm SL are often observed in association with sea urchins and in beds of Posidonia oceanica. Adults found hidden under stones covered with red calcareous algae and empty shells of mussels near Posidonia and Cymodocea nodosa beds. Among Posidonia, the species is often sympatric with Opeatogenys gracilis . In one study, specimens were observed from 1.6-6.6-m depths, with 75% found from 3.45 to 4.5 m .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Apletodon Incognitus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Apletodon Incognitus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 2 - 54 m , usually 3 - 4 m . Subtropical; 45°N - 36°N, 32°W - 14°E Northeast Atlantic: Azores.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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