Oxymetopon Curticauda
📖 Overview
Oxymetopon Curticauda (Oxymetopon curticauda) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.1 cm. It occurs at depths between 29 and 44 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 22 - 23; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 21 - 23; Vertebrae: 26. This species is distinguished by the following characters: body short and deep, short weakly notched caudal fin with slightly uneven lobes; relatively large head and eyes; low dorsal crest; caudal fin slightly notched, with upper lobe slightly longer than lower; uniformly sized lateral teeth in jaws; usually D2 and A usually with 24 elements; gill rakers 19-23; filamentous rays in ID; pointed anterior processes of pelvis .Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Oxymetopon Curticauda is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 29 - 44 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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