Bovichtus Angustifrons
📖 Overview
Bovichtus Angustifrons (Bovichtus angustifrons), first described by Regan, 1913 is a medium-sized fish in the family Bovichtidae (order Perciformes). Adults typically reach 28.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 0 to 30 metres. It occurs in Subtropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 18 - 19; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 18. Caudal fin rounded . Variable pale brown with light and dark brown to red spots and blotches .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bovichtus Angustifrons is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 0 - 30 m . Subtropical West Pacific: southern Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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