Rapson's ponyfish
📖 Overview
Rapson's ponyfish (Eubleekeria rapsoni) is a ray-finned fish of the family Leiognathidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.7 cm. With a trophic level of 2.8, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 16; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 14. This species of the Leiognathus splendens complex is distinguished by the following characters: cheek with scales; anterior dorsolateral body surface almost completely scaled; lower margin of inner preopercular ridge serrated; interspace of pelvic keels with scales; dark blotch on dorsal fin rather pale, grayish .: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Rapson's ponyfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; pelagic-neritic. Tropical West Pacific: India and North Andaman I.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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