Kai Island deepwater dragonet
📖 Overview
Kai Island deepwater dragonet (Bathycallionymus kaianus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Callionymidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 16 cm. It occurs at depths between 180 and 290 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 4; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 10; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 9. First dorsal fin elongate and filamentous. Tip of the anterior branch of last dorsal ray branched. Third membrane of the 1st dorsal fin with lunate blotch. Anal fin pale in male, faintly dusky at lower margin in the female.: elongated; Cross section: circular.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Kai Island deepwater dragonet is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 180 - 290 m . Temperate West Pacific: Zanzibar (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Callionymus kaianus | Günther | 1880 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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