Two-faced toadfish
📖 Overview
Two-faced toadfish (Bifax lacinia) is a ray-finned fish of the family Batrachoididae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 33 cm. It occurs at depths between 6 and 8 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 23 - 24; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 15 - 18. Caudal fin rounded.: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Two-faced toadfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 6 - 8 m . Tropical central and southern Oman.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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