Chlopsis Orientalis
📖 Overview
Chlopsis Orientalis (Chlopsis orientalis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Chlopsidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 26.9 cm. With a trophic level of 3.9, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 432; Anal soft rays: 436; Vertebrae: 135. Distinguished by the following characters: head length is short (ca. 10 % of total length); number of vertebrae - total 135, predorsal 11, preanal 35; body bicolored without white stripes on head; intermuscular bones are very stout ..: eel-like; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Chlopsis Orientalis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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