Crested spiny plunderfish
📖 Overview
Common in the littoral zone, under rocks, but may occur to depths of 40-50 m . Accorded full species recognition because of the presence of tubular cephalic pores and a single knob bearing a tentacle above each eye, thus setting it apart from the other species . Feed on small crustaceans and common in littoral of all sub-Antarctic islands .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 3 - 4; Dorsal soft rays (total): 21 - 25; Anal soft rays: 16 - 19. Reddish-olive with very large brown blotches .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Crested spiny plunderfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 0 - 22 m . Temperate Southwest Atlantic: endemic to the Falkland Islands.
🌿 Ecology
small crustaceans and common in littoral of all sub-Antarctic islands (Ref
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🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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