Few-ray hardyhead
📖 Overview
Few-ray hardyhead (Craterocephalus pauciradiatus), first described by Günther, 1861 is a tiny fish in the family Atherinidae (order Atheriniformes). Adults typically reach 4.10 cm in maximum length. It inhabits brackish estuarine and coastal transition zones between freshwater and the sea. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Few-ray hardyhead is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Few-ray hardyhead is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Brackish; pelagic. Tropical; 21°S - 22°S endemic to Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Few Rayed Hardyhead · Few-ray Hardyhead · Few-rayed Hardyhead |
| 🌍CES | gavún pobřežní |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atherina pauciradiata | Günther | 1861 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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