White-lined comb-tooth
📖 Overview
Found among corals . Adults occur mainly along outer reef walls with rich coral and other invertebrate growth at moderate depths to about 25 m. Usually seen in pairs and often perched on large sponges . A deep-dwelling species of the genus. Oviparous. Eggs are demersal and adhesive , and are attached to the substrate via a filamentous, adhesive pad or pedestal . Larvae are planktonic, often found in shallow, coastal waters . Minimum depth from Ref. 58018.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Distinctive pattern of white lines and series of white spots that is clearly visible in deep water .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for White-lined comb-tooth is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 0 - 40 m . Tropical; 20°N - 15°S Central Pacific: the Philippines, Indonesia, and the Solomon Islands.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"White-lined comb-tooth is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for White-lined comb-tooth is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for White-lined comb-tooth has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
📊 Population Dynamics
| Year | Region | Index | Notes |
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🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Pictus Blenny · White-lined Combtooth Blenny |
| 🌍CES | slizoun pestrý |
| 🇮🇹Italian | Bavosa dipinta |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect White-lined comb-tooth.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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