Gobbleguts
📖 Overview
Gobbleguts (Ostorhinchus rueppellii) 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 12 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 10 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): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 10; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 9 - 10; Vertebrae: 24. Adults have two separate dorsal fins, and a brown translucent body with a series of black spots along the lateral line . Greatest depth of body 2.1-2.6 in SL .: short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Gobbleguts is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Are mouthbrooders. The male is usually responsible for incubating the eggs . Males brood from 50 to 230 fertilised eggs for about two weeks until hatching . Distinct pairing during courtship and spawning .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; brackish; reef-associated; depth range 0 - 10 m . Subtropical; 11°S - 35°S Central Pacific: Indonesia to northern Australia (including Western Australia) and New Guinea.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apogon rueppellii | Günther | 1859 | Synonym |
| Apogon ruppellii | Günther | 1859 | Synonym |
| Gronovichthys ruppelli | Günther | 1859 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 8 records indexed .
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