Western falcate lionfish
📖 Overview
Western falcate lionfish (Ebosia vespertina), first described by Matsunuma & Motomura, 2016 is a small fish in the family Scorpaenidae (order Perciformes). Adults typically reach 11.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 54 to 770 metres. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Western falcate lionfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Western falcate lionfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 54 - 770 m . Tropical; 18°S - 29°S east coast of South Africa between latitudes 18° and 29° S, and southeastern Madagascar.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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