Plotosus Nhatrangensis
📖 Overview
Plotosus Nhatrangensis (Plotosus nhatrangensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Plotosidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 24.3 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): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 5; Vertebrae: 58. This species is distinct with the following characters: nasal barbels not reaching beyond the eye; outer row on first arch with 28 rakers (22 on the lower part of this arch); A + C = 170 rays; vertebrae 58; flattened snout and the head outline gradually raising from eyes to the occiput, without longitudinal light bands on the body .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Plotosus Nhatrangensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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