Lubbockichthys Myersi
📖 Overview
The species was observed (by R. Myers) to hover within half a meter of the side of the cave (the cave with a large chimney with 3-4 m opening in a shelf about 20 m, and a large opening in the adjacent wall from about 36 to at least 50 m). Seeks refuge (darts) into a hole when approached within 2-3 meters .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 26; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 15; Vertebrae: 32. This species is distinguished from its congeners in having a very slender body, with greatest body depth 15.8 % SL and depth at dorsal-fin origin 15.3 % SL). It also has a higher number of vertebrae (14 + 18) .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Lubbockichthys Myersi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Lubbockichthys Myersi is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Lubbockichthys Myersi is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 20 - 40 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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