Bryaninops Tectus
📖 Overview
Bryaninops Tectus (Bryaninops tectus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Gobiidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 1.9 cm. It occurs at depths between 6 and 15 metres. With a trophic level of 3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 8. This species is distinguished by the following characters: D VI + I,8; A I,8; pectoral-fin rays 16, some of the middle rays branched; body scales reaching forward dorsally to end of second dorsal-fin, none ventrally; longitudinal scale series 39-50 (except in 8.7 and 10.5 mm SL subadults); transverse scale rows 8-11(except in 8.7 and 10.5 mm SL subadults); elongated body, its depth at anus 10-11% SL; head length 30-33% SL; head width slightly greater than head depth; head depth 42-50% HL; short snout, 25-30% HL; no anterior and posterior nostrils; slightly protruding lower jaw; gill opening reaching anteroventrally to below posterior half and end of preopercle; gill opening, extending forward to below posterior half and end of preopercle; mid-side of lower jaw with 2 curved canine tooth; pelvic fins cup-like, pelvic frenum with anteriorly-facing pocket; truncate caudal fin; color in alcohol dull orange-red, grading to yellow posteriorly on caudal peduncle and base of caudal fin; snout and lips are dull yellow; dorsal fins have whitish rays, transparent membranes, yellow along the base; caudal and pectoral fins with light yellowish rays and translucent membranes .: elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bryaninops Tectus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Bryaninops Tectus is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Bryaninops Tectus is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; pelagic-neritic; depth range 6 - 15 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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