Pempheris Nesogallica
📖 Overview
Pempheris Nesogallica (Pempheris nesogallica) is a ray-finned fish of the family Pempheridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 13.9 cm. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 6; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 38 - 41; Vertebrae: 25. This species is distinguished by the following characters: 52-59 pored lateral-line scales; 5.5 scale rows above lateral line; 16 circumpeduncular scales; blackish spot on pectoral fin base absent; only the tip of dorsal fin is usually blackish; usually chest is keeled, but sometimes only weakly or not at all; small eye with diameter 11.6-12.8% SL, 39.4-42.3% HL; very deep body 46.1-53.4% SL .: short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pempheris Nesogallica is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; pelagic-neritic. Tropical distributed elsewhere.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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