Owstonia Sibogae
📖 Overview
Owstonia Sibogae (Owstonia sibogae), first described by Weber, 1913 is a small fish in the family Cepolidae (order Perciformes). Adults typically reach 9.80 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 183 to 315 metres. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. The species is valued as a game and sport species.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Owstonia Sibogae is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Owstonia Sibogae is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 183 - 315 m . Tropical West Pacific: Vietnam, Philippines, and Indonesia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🎣 Angling Guide
- medium-heavy 7ft spinning rod
- 30-50 lb braid
- fluorocarbon leader
- grass flats
- oyster bars
- marsh drains
- deeper channel edges
Use barbless hooks, minimise air exposure, and revive fish head-first in current before release.
⚠️ Slot limits protect breeding-size fish. Verify daily bag limits.
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