Cherubfish
📖 Overview
Normally occurs in rubble areas. Adults feed on various types of algae. Oviparous , Monogamous and always in home-ranging pairs, that is they do not defend an exclusive territory . Retreats into holes when frightened . Has been reared in captivity .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 14 - 15; Dorsal soft rays (total): 15 - 16; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 17. Deep blue, the head and chest orange-yellow; a narrow blue ring around eye; a small dark blue smudge just behind corner of mouth; pectoral fins pale yellowish; other fins deep blue with pale blue margins .: short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cherubfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Cherubfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing . Monogamous mating is observed as both facultative and social .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory ; depth range 5 - 80 m , usually 5 - 30 m . Subtropical; 35°N - 10°N
🌿 Ecology
various types of algae
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Cherubfish is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Per 100g cooked - Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protein | 18.4 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 185 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Cherubfish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 7 records indexed .
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