Cabillus Nigromarginatus
📖 Overview
Cabillus Nigromarginatus (Cabillus nigromarginatus) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 2.3 cm. It occurs at depths between 18 and 21 metres. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 10; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 8. This species is distinguished by the following characters: median predorsal scales absent; two modified scales with enlarged ctenii ventrally and dorsally at the caudal-fin base, extending over fin rays; head with anterior and posterior oculoscapular, and preopercular canals, with pores ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, ?1, ?2, and ?, ?, ?, respectively.Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cabillus Nigromarginatus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 18 - 21 m . Tropical Indian Ocean: Rodrigues.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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