Palestriped cardinalfish
📖 Overview
Palestriped cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus pallidofasciatus), first described by Allen, 1987 is a small fish in the family Apogonidae (order Apogoniformes). Adults typically reach 7.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 3 to 4 metres. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. The species active primarily at night.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Palestriped cardinalfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Palestriped cardinalfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooders . Distinct pairing during courtship and spawning .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 3 - 4 m . Tropical endemic to Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apogon pallidofasciatus | Allen | 1987 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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