Twobelt cardinal
📖 Overview
Twobelt cardinal (Apogonichthyoides taeniatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Apogonidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 17 cm. It occurs at depths between 5 and 20 metres. With a trophic level of 3.7, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8 - 9; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 6 - 8. Eyes slightly larger than snout. Preopercular edge serrated, preopercular ridge smooth, weakly denticulate at angle. Brownish or silver grey. 3 darker vertical bands on each side, the first including a black ocellus with yellow or white ring, last band near the base of caudal fin.: short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Twobelt cardinal is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Twobelt cardinal is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooders . Distinct pairing during courtship and spawning .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 5 - 20 m . Subtropical; 30°N - 26°S, 34°E - 60°E south to Mozambique, Aldabra and Madagascar.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amia ocellata | von Bonde | 1923 | Synonym |
| Apogon bifasciatus | Rüppell | 1838 | Synonym |
| Apogon duops | Barnard | 1927 | Synonym |
| Apogon ocellatus | Von Bonde | 1923 | Synonym |
| Apogon taeniata | Cuvier | 1828 | Synonym |
| Apogon taeniatus | Cuvier ex Ehrenberg | — | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 5 records indexed .
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