Damsel bass
📖 Overview
Probably forms schools and lives near the bottom in deep waters . Of some commercial importance in zones where it is abundant .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
A sharp spine projecting anteriorly from ventral border of urohyal .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Damsel bass is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 23 - 306 m . Subtropical; 34°N - 19°S, 120°W - 70°W
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centristhmus signifer | Garman | 1899 | Synonym |
| Hemanthias delsolari | Chirichigno F. | 1974 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 8 records indexed .
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