Spotty seaperch
📖 Overview
Occurs inshore , in caves and beneath ledges . Probably also at depths greater than 22 m . Secretive . Feeds on small fishes .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 10 - 11; Dorsal soft rays (total): 17 - 18; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 8. Pinkish brown to brownish orange, with six faint brown bands extending across body and several diffuse brown diagonal bands behind and in front of eyes on head; faint spotting also present in some individuals; fins pale .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Spotty seaperch is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Spotty seaperch is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Spotty seaperch is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 5 - 22 m . Temperate Indian Ocean: western Australia.
🌿 Ecology
small fishes (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellerkeldia wilsoni | Allen & Moyer | 1980 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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