Ogasawara dwarf-lionfsh
📖 Overview
Ogasawara dwarf-lionfsh (Dendrochirus koyo) is a ray-finned fish of the family Scorpaenidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 13; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 7. This species is distinguished by the following set of characters: D 10; A 7; pectoral-fn rays 18; scale rows in longitudinal series 51; snout barbels 3; supraocular tentacle with numerous short branches on posterior margin, without lateral branches; small flap on uppermost preopercular spine base; fresh specimens with reddish K-shaped marking on caudal peduncle just before caudal-fn base .Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Ogasawara dwarf-lionfsh is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Ogasawara dwarf-lionfsh is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Ogasawara dwarf-lionfsh is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range ? - 143 m . Subtropical Northwest Pacific: Japan.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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