Two-tone fingerfin
📖 Overview
Found in coastal waters from the shoreline to about 240 m depth, associated with reef areas and rocky bottoms . Feeds on invertebrates .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 17 - 18; Dorsal soft rays (total): 28 - 31; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 8 - 10. : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Two-tone fingerfin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Two-tone fingerfin is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Two-tone fingerfin is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 0 - 240 m . Subtropical; 23°S - 36°S Southeast Atlantic and Western Indian Ocean: Walvis Bay, Namibia around the Cape to Delagoa Bay, Mozambique.
🌿 Ecology
invertebrates (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheilodactylus brachydactylus | Cuvier | 1830 | Synonym |
| Chilodactylus brevispinis | Regan | 1921 | Synonym |
| Palunolepis brachydactylus | Cuvier | 1830 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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