Moluccen cardinal
📖 Overview
Nocturnal species which inhabits coral reef . Most specimens were collected from deeper waters . In pairs or groups (Ref 90102).
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 8; Vertebrae: 24. This species is characterized by having 26-28 rudiments + 19-21 lower arch developed gill rakers; roof of mouth and portions of gill arches darkish; a whitish spot behind posterior base of second dorsal fin .: short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Moluccen cardinal is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Moutbrooders .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 2 - 41 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Moluccen cardinal.
🔍 Similar Species
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