Ostorhinchus Regula
📖 Overview
Ostorhinchus Regula (Ostorhinchus regula) 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 3.8 cm. It occurs at depths between 27 and 55 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 8; Vertebrae: 24. Alternating golden-brownish and white stripes on head and body, broad dark brown stripes on upper and lower caudal peduncle, midlateral stripe without a developed spot, whitish stripe extending onto last two anal rays .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Ostorhinchus Regula is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 27 - 55 m . Tropical Central Pacific: Guam and Condor Reef (Caroline Islands).
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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