Muscat dragonet
📖 Overview
Muscat dragonet (Callionymus muscatensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Callionymidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 40 and 70 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 4; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 8. : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Muscat dragonet is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Muscat dragonet is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Muscat dragonet is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 40 - 70 m . Tropical Indian Ocean: southern Red Sea to the Gulf of Oman.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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