Duckbill sleeper
📖 Overview
Inhabits brackish mangrove estuaries and lower reaches of freshwater streams, usually on mud bottoms . Usually found in lagoons and estuaries, particularly where there is vegetation . Occurs frequently in mangrove swamps . Occasionally ascends rivers . Feeds mainly on small fishes and crustaceans . Marketed fresh .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 8 - 9. Dark longitudinal lines on body; caudal fin black with light margin dorsally; pectoral base with 1-2 black spots .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Duckbill sleeper is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Duckbill sleeper is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Duckbill sleeper is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; freshwater; brackish; demersal; pH range: 7.0 - 8.0; dH range: 9 - 19; amphidromous . Tropical; 22°C - 28°C
🌿 Ecology
small fishes and crustaceans (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheilodipterus butis | Hamilton | 1822 | Synonym |
| Eleotris butis | Hamilton | 1822 | Synonym |
| Elestris butis | Hamilton | 1822 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 43 records indexed .
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