Ostorhinchus Oxina
📖 Overview
Ostorhinchus Oxina (Ostorhinchus oxina) is a ray-finned fish of the family Apogonidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.1 cm. It occurs at depths between 10 and 22 metres. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 8; Vertebrae: 24. Usually with 23-24 total gill rakers on the first arch, no white spot behind the second dorsal fin, dark vertical bars present on body reaching to or past the lateral line, dark stripes present on head and upper body, and caudal peduncle length 20-25% SL.: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Ostorhinchus Oxina is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Ostorhinchus Oxina is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooders . Distinct pairing during courtship and spawning .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 10 - 22 m . Tropical Indian Ocean: Maldives, India and Sri Lanka.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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