Korean prickleback
📖 Overview
Korean prickleback (Dictyosoma tongyeongensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Stichaeidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 28 cm. It occurs at depths between 5 and 12 metres. With a trophic level of 2.5, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 58 - 62; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8 - 10; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 45 - 47; Vertebrae: 70 - 74. This species is distinguished by the following characters: D LVIII-LXII,8-10; A II,45-47; 70-74 total vertebrae; dorsal profile of head almost straight; no pelvic fin; 3rd lateral line extends with zigzag from pectoral fin to caudal-fin base; absence of blackish-brown blotches on the head; cheek with a single white oblique band; caudal fin region with many small pale brown rounded spots .: eel-like; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Korean prickleback is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; pelagic-neritic; depth range 5 - 12 m . Temperate Northwest Pacific: Southern coast of Korea.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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