Sawmaxilla scorpionfish
📖 Overview
Sawmaxilla scorpionfish (Brachypterois serrulifer) is a ray-finned fish of the family Scorpaenidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 15.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 6 and 82 metres. With a trophic level of 3.8, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Sawmaxilla scorpionfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Sawmaxilla scorpionfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; pelagic-neritic; depth range 6 - 82 m . Tropical; 35°N - 18°S, 37°E - 143°E West Pacific: East coast of Africa, Madagascar, Red Sea and Persian Gulf, east to the Timor Sea, the Philippines and northern Australia, South and East China seas, and north to Tosa Bay, Kochi, southern Japan.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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