Ferocious coralbrotula
📖 Overview
Ferocious coralbrotula (Ogilbichthys ferocis) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 2.9 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 5 metres. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 56 - 65; Anal soft rays: 46 - 51. This species is characterized by the following: dorsal fin rays 56-65, anal fin rays 46-51; otolith with fused colliculi; few large scales on cheek; dentary with 2-4 large fangs in mid section; anterior inner pseudoclasper disc-shaped and inwardly-directed, larger than posterior inner pseudoclasper; outer pseudoclasper small and lobate .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Ferocious coralbrotula is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Ferocious coralbrotula is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Ferocious coralbrotula is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 0 - 5 m . Tropical Central Atlantic: Panama.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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