Bashful jawfish
📖 Overview
Bashful jawfish (Opistognathus verecundus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Opistognathidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5.3 cm. It occurs at depths between 5 and 6 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 10 - 11; Dorsal soft rays (total): 14 - 15; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 13 - 15; Vertebrae: 28. This species is distinct with having D X-XI, 14 or 15 (typically XI, 14); upper jaw sexually dimorphic with flexible lamina posteriorly, end of maxilla slightly rounded in females becoming increasingly elongate and scimitar-shaped in adult males; 39-54 oblique scale rows in longitudinal series; 23-26 total gill-rakers on first arch; a single brownish spot, if present, between spines 2-4 of spinous dorsal fin .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bashful jawfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Bashful jawfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Bashful jawfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 5 - 6 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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