Hoplolatilus Oreni (Hoplolatilus oreni) is a ray-finned fish of the family Malacanthidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 14.1 cm. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
Dorsal spines (total): 10; Dorsal soft rays (total): 22; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 20; Vertebrae: 25. Preopercular serrae 56.: fusiform / normal.
Behavioural data for Hoplolatilus Oreni is currently being reviewed.
Marine; demersal. Tropical Known only from the holotype collected from Massawa, Ethiopia, Red Sea.
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