Moon dragonet
📖 Overview
Moon dragonet (Callionymus lunatus), first described by Temminck & Schlegel, 1845 is a medium-sized fish in the family Callionymidae (order Callionymiformes). Adults typically reach 18.70 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. It occurs in Temperate waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Moon dragonet is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Moon dragonet is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Temperate Northwest Pacific: Japan and the western coast of the Korean Peninsula.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Repomucenus lunatus | Temminck & Schlegel | 1845 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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