Microlipophrys Canevae
📖 Overview
Facultative air-breathing in the genus ; Adults prefer steep rocky walls. They feed on small invertebrates especially crustaceans; also feed predominantly on algae . Oviparous. Eggs are demersal and adhesive , and are attached to the substrate via a filamentous, adhesive pad or pedestal . Larvae are planktonic, often found in shallow, coastal waters .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 15; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 16. : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Microlipophrys Canevae is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Microlipophrys Canevae is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing . Males guard the eggs in the hole spawned by several females .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 0 - 2 m . Subtropical; 46°N - 33°N, 15°W - 36°E Northeast Atlantic: off southern Portugal and in the Mediterranean Sea.
🌿 Ecology
small invertebrates especially crustaceans; also feed predominantly on algae (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blennius canavai | Vinciguerra | 1880 | Synonym |
| Blennius canevae | Vinciguerra | 1880 | Synonym |
| Blennius canevai | Vinciguerra | 1880 | Synonym |
| Lipophrys canevae | Vinciguerra | 1880 | Synonym |
| Lipophrys canevai | Vinciguerra | 1880 | Synonym |
| Lipophrys heuvelmansi | Charousset | 1986 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 29 records indexed .
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