Spot-lined flasher
📖 Overview
Found on bases of steep outer reef slopes, above rubble or coral . Found on rubble bottoms that are exposed to strong currents occasionally . Occurs in small groups of mix sexes but females outnumber males .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 9 - 10; Vertebrae: 25. Scales with dark brown markings; yellow stripes on postorbital head, continuing onto thorax and abdomen; orange-red when fresh. Males more colorful and larger in size than females; color of males intensify during courtship. Males with its first 4-6 dorsal soft rays prolonged as filaments. Mouth small and oblique. Interrupted lateral line.: fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Spot-lined flasher is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Spot-lined flasher is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 12 - 40 m . Tropical; 20°N - 5°N
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Spot-lined flasher is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Spot-lined flasher has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔍 Similar Species
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