Silverbelly cardinalfish
📖 Overview
Silverbelly cardinalfish (Jaydia photogaster) is a ray-finned fish of the family Apogonidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6 cm. It occurs at depths between 18 and 52 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 8. : short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Silverbelly cardinalfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooders . Distinct pairing during courtship and spawning .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range 18 - 52 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Silver-cheek Cardinalfish · Silverbelly Cardinalfish |
| 🌍CES | parmovec lagunový |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apogon photogaster | Gon & Allen | 1998 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Silverbelly cardinalfish.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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