Cream-spotted cardinalfish
📖 Overview
Nocturnal species which occurs inshore . Inhabits trawling grounds. Mainly inhabits soft bottoms (Ref 90102).
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 8. : short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cream-spotted cardinalfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Mouthbrooders . Distinct pairing during courtship and spawning .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 7 - 80 m , usually 7 - 37 m . Tropical West Pacific: northwestern Australia and Papua New Guinea.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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