Festucalex Armillatus
📖 Overview
Festucalex Armillatus (Festucalex armillatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Syngnathidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.1 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 20; Anal soft rays: 3. This species is distinguished by the following characters: P 12-13; rings 16-17 + 31-32 = 47-48; lateral trunk ridge ends on the third or fourth caudal ring; upper and lower caudal ridges no spines; with prepectoral ridges; snout deep and moderately short; head with four wide transversal bands; trunk with numerous narrow transversal bands, main background pale .Cross section: angular.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Festucalex Armillatus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Subtropical Northwest Pacific: China.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Festucalex Armillatus.
🔍 Similar Species
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