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🌊 Marine Data Deficient 🍽️ Edible 🌡️ Tropical

Iniistius Cyanifrons

Iniistius cyanifrons Valenciennes, 1840
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Max Length
14.9 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.4
Depth
-
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
26.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
pelagic

📖 Overview

Iniistius Cyanifrons (Iniistius cyanifrons) is a ray-finned fish of the family Labridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 14.9 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.

Scientific Name
Iniistius cyanifrons
Authority
Valenciennes, 1840
Habitat
Marine
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
14.9 cm
Trophic Level
3.4
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
26.00/100
Salinity
30–40 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Iniistius Cyanifrons is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Iniistius Cyanifrons is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Iniistius Cyanifrons is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Distinct pairing during breeding .

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Marine; pelagic-neritic. Tropical Indian Ocean: India.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
🌊 Marine 🐟 Pelagic
Trophic Level
3.4±0.5

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00676 × L3.05 (TL)
Max TL
14.9cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
30–40ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2009

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
26.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.4
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Valenciennes, 1840

🍽️ Edibility & Flavour

"Iniistius Cyanifrons is an edible species."

✗ Not for Raw
✓ Fresh Indicators
  • Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
  • Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
  • Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
  • Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
  • Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
✗ Avoid If
  • Cloudy or sunken eyes
  • Strong fishy or ammonia odour
  • Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
  • Discoloured or dry flesh
Best Cooking Methods
Baking Grilling Pan-frying

⚡ Nutrition

Detailed nutritional data for Iniistius Cyanifrons is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.

🔬 Mercury Safety

Mercury data for Iniistius Cyanifrons has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.

🌿 Sustainability

Best Choice
Healthy stocks, low impact
Good Alternative
Well-managed, minor concerns
Use Caution
Check sourcing and season
Avoid
Overfished or high impact

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