Candystripe cardinalfish
📖 Overview
Occurs along cliffs and slightly deep water , in coral reef crevices . Nocturnal species . Forms small and large aggregations (Ref 90102).
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 8. Distinguished by having the following characteristics: dorsal fin rays VII-I, 9; anal fin rays II, 8; pectoral fin rays 14; pelvic-fin rays I, 5; pored lateral line scales 24; total gill rakers 17, developed gill rakers 12 . Further characterized by whitish body color; 6 red-brown stripes, incomplete stripes or rows of spots in between; base of caudal fin with large black spot; greatest depth of body 2.5-3.0 in SL .: elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Candystripe cardinalfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooders . Distinct pairing during courtship and spawning .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 25 - 30 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amia endekataenia | Bleeker | 1852 | Synonym |
| Apogon edekataenia | Bleeker | 1852 | Synonym |
| Apogon endekataenia | Bleeker | 1852 | Synonym |
| Apogon singapurensis | Bleeker | 1860 | Synonym |
| Ostorhinchus edekataenia | Bleeker | 1852 | Synonym |
| Ostorhynchus endekataenia | Bleeker | 1852 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Candystripe cardinalfish.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 7 records indexed .
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