Callogobius Dorsomaculatus
📖 Overview
Callogobius Dorsomaculatus (Callogobius dorsomaculatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Gobiidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 3.7 cm. It occurs at depths between 6 and 15 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, 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; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 8 - 9; Vertebrae: 26. This species is sistinguished from its congeners by the following set of characters: longitudinal row scales 20-26; transverse row scales 7-9; predorsal scales 6-10; posterior margin of pelvic fins is concave, the fourth ray longest, no frenum, connecting membrane 60.2-66.1% of pelvic fin length; with cephalic sensory canal pores B’C(s)D(s)EFH’ or B’C(s)D(s)EFGH’; Row 16 11R + 1P; Row 20; lower part of the first dorsal fin with a dark blotch .Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Callogobius Dorsomaculatus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 6 - 15 m . Subtropical west Pacific: Japan.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Callogobius Dorsomaculatus.
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