Robust coralbrotula
📖 Overview
Robust coralbrotula (Diancistrus robustus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Dinematichthyidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5.2 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 8 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 77; Anal soft rays: 63; Vertebrae: 43. The species is characterized by the following: vertebrae 11+32=43, dorsal fin rays 77, anal fin rays 63; very small eyes (1.8% SL); outer pseudoclasper with short, small ear-lobe extension, opening towards anterior; inner pseudoclasper firmly joined to outer pseudoclasper anteriorly, with supporter, forming a robust thorn, almost as long as outer pseudoclasper; narrow scale patch on cheek, no scales on operculum; the head profile is massive (width 16.6% SL) with blunt snout .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Robust coralbrotula is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Robust coralbrotula is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Robust coralbrotula is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 0 - 8 m . Tropical Central Pacific: Viti Levu Island, Fiji.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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