Singlespot frogfish
📖 Overview
Singlespot frogfish (Fowlerichthys radiosus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Antennariidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 9.4 cm. It occurs at depths between 20 and 275 metres. With a trophic level of 3.7, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Singlespot frogfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Singlespot frogfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 20 - 275 m . Subtropical; 37°N - 18°N, 91°W - 76°W
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | big-eye frogfish · singlespot frogfish |
| 🌍CES | rozedranec americký |
| 🇫🇮Finnish | täpläantennikrotti |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Peixe-sapo-americano |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | ranisapo uniocelado |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 52 records indexed .
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