Spot-nape cardinalfish
📖 Overview
In clear lagoons with deep sand slopes, forming schools above remote rock or coral outcrops to 30 m depth . Nocturnal species . Forms aggregations (Ref 90102).
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 8. : short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Spot-nape cardinalfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooders . Distinct pairing during courtship and spawning .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 8 - 45 m . Tropical West Pacific: Japan south to Australia; east to Solomon Islands and New Caledonia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Spot-nape cardinalfish.
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