Rapanui sandburrower
📖 Overview
Rapanui sandburrower (Crystallodytes pauciradiatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Creediidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. It occurs at depths between 6 and 24 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 30 - 32; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 34 - 36; Vertebrae: 50 - 53. Scales present only along lateral line .: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Rapanui sandburrower is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 6 - 24 m . Subtropical Southeast Pacific: endemic to Easter I.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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