Foa Winterbottomi
📖 Overview
Foa Winterbottomi (Foa winterbottomi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Apogonidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.2 cm. It occurs at depths between 1 and 2 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 8; Vertebrae: 24. This species is distinguished by the following characters: absence of dark bars or discrete small dark spots on body (excluding fins); < 10 dentary pores between mandibular and articular pores; a single line of free neuromasts along dentary .Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Foa Winterbottomi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 1 - 2 m . Tropical Indian Ocean: Chagos Archipelago and probably India.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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