Dactyloptena Gilberti
📖 Overview
Dactyloptena Gilberti (Dactyloptena gilberti) is a ray-finned fish of the family Dactylopteridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 25 cm. It occurs at depths between 20 and 73 metres. With a trophic level of 3.5, 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): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8; Anal soft rays: 6. Cross section: angular.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Dactyloptena Gilberti is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 20 - 73 m . Temperate West Pacific, from southern Red Sea, Somalia and Oman to the Gulf of Thailand and Japan, but not southern Southeast Asia or Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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