Gulf brotula
📖 Overview
Gulf brotula (Ogilbia ventralis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Dinematichthyidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.8 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 10 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, 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 soft rays (total): 78 - 91; Anal soft rays: 56 - 65; Vertebrae: 42 - 45. The species is characterized by the following: Vertebrae 11-13 + 30-33 = 42-45, dorsal fin rays 78-91, anal fin rays 56-65, the outer pseudoclasper broad, distally expanded; inner pseudoclasper branched into three slender branches, two outer v-shaped, medial one short and stout, penis with abrupt change from thick base to thin tip; opercular spine with single, sharp tip; scales on cheek small, in vertical 7-9 rows .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Gulf brotula is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Gulf brotula is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Gulf brotula is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 0 - 10 m . Tropical; 26°N - 23°N Central Pacific: around the southern tip of the Gulf of California.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Gulf brotula · Gulf Cuskeel |
| 🌍CES | jeskyňovka zálivová |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | brótula del Golfo |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brosmophycis ventralis | Gill | 1863 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 5 records indexed .
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