Peristedion Weberi
📖 Overview
Peristedion Weberi (Peristedion weberi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Peristediidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 15 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, 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): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 20; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 20 - 23. Color in alcohol: body grey, mottled darker above; prominent black blotch at tip of pectorals; dusky margin at base and dorsally in axil of pectorals; dorsal spines, rays and margin of fin black .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Peristedion Weberi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Peristedion Weberi is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Peristedion Weberi is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range ? - 476 m . Deep-water South Africa.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 5 records indexed .
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