Ocosia Vespa
📖 Overview
Ocosia Vespa (Ocosia vespa) is a ray-finned fish of the family Tetrarogidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 8 cm. It occurs at depths between 75 and 91 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 15 - 17; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7 - 9; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 4 - 6; Vertebrae: 27 - 29. Spines on lateral surface of the lachrymal present but none on the lateral surface of the first suborbital bone . Dorsal fin membranes not incised; second and third spines not especially elongate relative to the succeeding ones. Third infraorbital bone with a lump on lateral face. Minute stubby papillae covering premaxillary and anterior part of lower jaw .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Ocosia Vespa is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Ocosia Vespa is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Ocosia Vespa is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 75 - 91 m . Temperate Northwest Pacific: Japan.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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