Shortsnout filefish
📖 Overview
Shortsnout filefish (Paramonacanthus curtorhynchos) is a ray-finned fish of the family Monacanthidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 11.3 cm. It occurs at depths between 39 and 90 metres. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 33 - 36; Anal soft rays: 30 - 32. : short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Shortsnout filefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 39 - 90 m . Tropical West Pacific: Bay of Bengal to the Indo-Malayan region and Palau, New Caledonia and Fiji; south to Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monacanthus curtorhynchos | Bleeker | 1855 | Synonym |
| Monacanthus curtorhynchus | Bleeker | 1855 | Synonym |
| Paramonacanthus curtorhynchus | Bleeker | 1855 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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