Hardhead halfbeak
📖 Overview
Hardhead halfbeak (Chriodorus atherinoides) is a ray-finned fish of the family Hemiramphidae. It inhabits diadromous, migrating between freshwater and the sea waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 26 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, 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
Physical description for Hardhead halfbeak is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hardhead halfbeak is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; freshwater; brackish; pelagic-neritic; depth range 0 - ? m. Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chriodorus atherionoides | Goode & Bean | 1882 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 11 records indexed .
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