Guinean toadfish
📖 Overview
Guinean toadfish (Perulibatrachus elminensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Batrachoididae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 35 cm. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 16 - 21; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 14 - 17. Back dark brown in color; sides and belly light brown; irregular brown lines covering entire body except belly; soft dorsal and anal fins with oblique brown stripes .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Guinean toadfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Guinean toadfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Guinean toadfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Tropical; 5°N - 23°S
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Guinean toadfish is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Guinean toadfish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔍 Similar Species
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