Blacktail grubfish
📖 Overview
Blacktail grubfish (Parapercis queenslandica) is a ray-finned fish of the family Pinguipedidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 20.8 cm. It occurs at depths between 1 and 27 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 5; Dorsal soft rays (total): 21; Anal spines: 4; Anal soft rays: 16 - 17. This species of is characterized by the following: pectoral fin rays, usually 18; lower cheek region with 2-6 oblique brownish bands; lower portion of the body in males with 3-4 ocelli and a series of several blackish and brownish spots; B5 spot on cheek absent, 7-8 ocelli and brownish spots or patches between ocelli in females and juveniles .: elongated; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Blacktail grubfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range 1 - 27 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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