Bussing's stargazer
📖 Overview
Bussing's stargazer (Platygillellus bussingi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Dactyloscopidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5 cm. It occurs at depths between 1 and 15 metres. With a trophic level of 4, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Bussing's stargazer is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bussing's stargazer is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Bussing's stargazer is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Bussing's stargazer is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 1 - 15 m . Tropical Central Pacific: Costa Rica and Panama.
🌿 Ecology
small fishes and invertebrates
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 2 records indexed .
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