Southern tubelip
📖 Overview
Inhabits shallow reef areas with high coral cover . Adults feed on coral polyps while juveniles take ectoparasites and possibly mucus of other reef fishes .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 11. : fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Southern tubelip is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 2 - 55 m . Tropical; 9°S - 24°S
🌿 Ecology
coral polyps while juveniles take ectoparasites and possibly mucus of other reef fishes (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Southern tubelip.
🔍 Similar Species
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