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🌊 Marine 🌡️ Subtropical

Fowlerichthys Scriptissimus

Fowlerichthys scriptissimus Jordan, 1902
Max Length
28 cm
Max Weight
Lifespan
Trophic Level
4.2
Depth
73–185 m
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
24.00/100
Typical Length
Depth Zone
reef

📖 Overview

Fowlerichthys Scriptissimus (Fowlerichthys scriptissimus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Antennariidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 28 cm. It occurs at depths between 73 and 185 metres. With a trophic level of 4.2, it is a mid-level predator.

Scientific Name
Fowlerichthys scriptissimus
Authority
Jordan, 1902
Habitat
Marine
Climate
Subtropical
Body Shape
Short and / or deep
Max Length
28 cm
Depth Range
73–185 m
Trophic Level
4.2
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
24.00/100
Salinity
30–40 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Dorsal soft rays (total): 13; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 8. : short and / or deep.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Fowlerichthys Scriptissimus is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Fowlerichthys Scriptissimus is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous

Oviparous.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Marine; reef-associated; depth range 73 - 185 m . Subtropical West Pacific.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
🌊 Marine 🪸 Reef Associated
Trophic Level
4.2±0.73

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.02692 × L2.96 (TL)
Max TL
28cm
Dorsal Rays
13
Anal Rays
8

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
30–40ppt

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
24.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
4.2
Apex / Top predator
Body Shape
Short and / or deep
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Jordan, 1902

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