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🌊 Marine Least Concern 🌡️ Tropical

Vietnam coralbrotula

Diancistrus vietnamensis Schwarzhans, Møller & Nielsen, 2005
Max Length
6.2 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.3
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
reef

📖 Overview

Vietnam coralbrotula (Diancistrus vietnamensis) 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 6.2 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Diancistrus vietnamensis
Authority
Schwarzhans, Møller & Nielsen, 2005
Habitat
Marine
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
6.2 cm
Trophic Level
3.3
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Salinity
30–40 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Dorsal soft rays (total): 69 - 80; Anal soft rays: 58 - 64; Vertebrae: 31 - 33. This species is distinguished by the following: vertebrae 11+31-33=42-44, dorsal fin rays 69-80 (mostly

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Vietnam coralbrotula is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Vietnam coralbrotula is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Vietnam coralbrotula is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Marine; reef-associated. Tropical

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
🌊 Marine 🪸 Reef Associated
Trophic Level
3.3±0.5

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00389 × L3.12 (TL)
Max TL
6.2cm
Dorsal Rays
75
Anal Rays
61
Vertebrae
32

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
30–40ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2019

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.3
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Schwarzhans, Møller & Nielsen, 2005

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