Microlipophrys Velifer
📖 Overview
Facultative air-breathing in the genus ; Adults inhabit the rocky intertidal zone of sheltered and exposed shores. Males occupy tightly fitting bore holes in the rocks. Females were never seen in such holes except when spawning . 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): 12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 15 - 16; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 16 - 18; Vertebrae: 34. : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Microlipophrys Velifer is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Tropical west Africa from Senegal and Cape Verde to the Cunene River, Angola.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? velifer | Norman | 1935 | Homotypic |
| Blennius elongatus | Cadenat | 1951 | Synonym |
| Blennius velifer | Norman | 1935 | Synonym |
| Lipophrys velifer | Norman | 1935 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Microlipophrys Velifer.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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