Silverside weedfish
📖 Overview
Silverside weedfish (Cristiceps argyropleura) is a ray-finned fish of the family Clinidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 18 cm. It occurs at depths between 20 and 60 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, 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
Dorsal spines (total): 30 - 32; Dorsal soft rays (total): 6 - 8; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 22 - 24. Pelvic fin rays thick, finger-like, reaching about halfway to anus . Variable from almost black to yellow-brown; adults with silvery-white blotches in series anteriorly on sides .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Silverside weedfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range 20 - 60 m . Temperate West Pacific: New South Wales to the Bass Strait region, Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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