Cirricaecula Johnsoni
📖 Overview
Cirricaecula Johnsoni (Cirricaecula johnsoni) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 0; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 0. This species is unique among ophichthids by its combination of no fins, a long and pointed upper snout, and cirri on the upper lips. TL to 40 cm.: eel-like; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cirricaecula Johnsoni is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated. Tropical; 12°N - 11°N Central Pacific: Rongerik Atoll, Marshall Islands.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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