Hartzfeld's cardinalfish
📖 Overview
Benthic and nocturnal species which occurs inshore . Found in small groups among debris or corals of sheltered reef flats and shallow lagoons ; also among massing long-spined urchins .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7 - 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 8. Juveniles with black stripes and thin white lines. Adults loose black stripes, but have a pupil-sized black peduncular spot and upper white line remains obvious . : elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hartzfeld's cardinalfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Hartzfeld's cardinalfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooders . Distinct pairing during courtship and spawning .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 1 - 28 m , usually 1 - 12 m . Tropical; 19°N - 22°S
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apogon hartzfeldi | Bleeker | 1852 | Synonym |
| Apogon hartzfeldie | Bleeker | 1852 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 9 records indexed .
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