Linespot cardinalfish
📖 Overview
Linespot cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus lineomaculatus) 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 6.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 8 and 32 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, 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): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 8. : short and / or deep; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Linespot cardinalfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 8 - 32 m . Tropical Indian Ocean: Bali to Flores, Indonesia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Linespot Cardinalfish |
| 🌍CES | parmovec tulambenský |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Cardeal-sentinela |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apogon lineomaculatus | Allen & Randall | 2002 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Linespot cardinalfish.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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