Eastern spiny gurnard
📖 Overview
Eastern spiny gurnard (Lepidotrigla pleuracanthica) is a ray-finned fish of the family Triglidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 20 cm. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Black spot with yellow border on spinous dorsal; caudal fin with pale margin and narrow pale band near base; pectoral fin dusky with iridescent blue margin, sometimes with several blue spots anteriorly near margin .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Eastern spiny gurnard is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range ? - 50 m . Subtropical Southwest Pacific: New South Wales, Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trigla pleuracanthica | Richardson | 1845 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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