Flabellicauda Akiko
📖 Overview
Flabellicauda Akiko (Flabellicauda akiko) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 1.4 cm. It occurs at depths between 44 and 90 metres. With a trophic level of 2.9, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 2 - 3; Anal soft rays: 9 - 10; Vertebrae: 34. This species is distinguished from its congeners by the following unique characters: head sensory canal pores are poorly developed, including 1 nasal and 1 postorbital pore; with 2 nasal pores; upper end of the gill opening level with base of 9th or 10th pectoral-fin ray in lateral view; disc region A with papillae at center; body red with white stripes; head slightly narrow, head width 14.1-16.0% SL, slightly narrow anterior and posterior interorbital widths, 7.6-8.3% and 11.7-14.0% SL, respectively .Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Flabellicauda Akiko is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 44 - 90 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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