Fire-eye cardinalfish
📖 Overview
Fire-eye cardinalfish (Nectamia ignitops) is a ray-finned fish of the family Apogonidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.9 cm. It occurs at depths between 1 and 60 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 8. A Nectamia with two faint dorsal saddles, faint caudal-peduncle band, no pale bars on side of body, and faint cheek mark, caudal fin without dark margins . : short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Fire-eye cardinalfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Fire-eye cardinalfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Fire-eye cardinalfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 1 - 60 m , usually 1 - 10 m . Tropical; 14°N - 0°N, 99°E - 111°E South China Sea.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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