Midnight dottyback
📖 Overview
Occurs inshore . Found in or near holes or among corals. Mimics the angelfish Centropyge nox . Also found in coral and rocky reefs on slopes and drop-offs, usually solitary (Ref 90102).
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 28 - 31; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 16 - 18. : short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Midnight dottyback is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Midnight dottyback is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Midnight dottyback is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 18 - 40 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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