Ostorhinchus Aphanes
📖 Overview
Ostorhinchus Aphanes (Ostorhinchus aphanes) 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 4.5 cm. 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; Vertebrae: 24. This species is distinguished by the following characters: fins pale with a single faint yellow stripe above the pored lateral line scales; one row of teeth in front of premaxilla to two rows on side then a single row; 1-2 rows of teeth on dentary, becoming larger on side in a single row; basicaudal spot with discrete melanophores .Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Ostorhinchus Aphanes is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooders. Distinct pairing during courtship and spawning .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range ? - 73 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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