Eyelight fish
📖 Overview
Occurs along seaward reefs near or along steep drop-offs with caves . In some areas it may approach the surface . Usually feeds in large groups away from the reefs at night. Well hidden in caves during the day and rarely seen; often observed at 10-30 m at night .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2 - 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 16 - 20; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 13 - 15. : fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Eyelight fish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 0 - 50 m , usually 0 - 15 m . Tropical; 19°N - 24°S south to New Caledonia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photoblepharon palpebratus palpebratus | Boddaert | 1781 | Synonym |
| Photoblepheron palpebratus | Boddaert | 1781 | Synonym |
| Sparus palpebratus | Boddaert | 1781 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 9 records indexed .
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