Griffis angelfish
📖 Overview
Found in outer reef slopes and steep drop-offs. Solitary or in pairs or small groups; uncommon to rare . Feeds on sponges and tunicates. Rarely exported through the aquarium trade . Maximum depth reported taken from Ref. 128797.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 14; Dorsal soft rays (total): 18; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 18. : short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Griffis angelfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Griffis angelfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Griffis angelfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory; depth range 10 - 110 m , usually 40 - 60 m . Tropical; 7°N - 6°S Pacific Ocean: Indo-Malayan region eastward to the Line Islands.
🌿 Ecology
sponges and tunicates
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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