Bonnetmouth
📖 Overview
Found in oceanic waters , sometimes over coral heads . Swims in schools to depths of 64 m . Feeds on zooplankton and small fishes.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 10 - 11; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 11; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 10. Dorsal fins widely separated.: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bonnetmouth is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairing during breeding .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; oceanodromous ; depth range 3 - 90 m . Tropical South America.
🌿 Ecology
zooplankton and small fishes
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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