Scapular goby
📖 Overview
Scapular goby (Palutrus scapulopunctatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Gobiidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.3 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 14 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 6 - 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7 - 8; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 7. Characterized by greyish brown body color; presence of five brown saddles on back from nape to caudal peduncle; row of brown blotches along middle of side; dorsal and caudal fins with brown spotting; rounded caudal fin; longitudinal scale series 30; predorsal scales 10; ctenoid scales posteriorly, becoming cycloid anteriorly; head without scales except nape region; depth of body 4.0-5.0 in SL .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Scapular goby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; brackish; demersal; depth range 0 - 14 m . Tropical Central Pacific: Malaysia, Indonesia, Fiji.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Scapular goby.
🔍 Similar Species
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