Elongate bulleye
📖 Overview
Elongate bulleye (Priacanthus prolixus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Priacanthidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 25 cm. It occurs at depths between 35 and 250 metres. With a trophic level of 4, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Elongate bulleye is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Elongate bulleye is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Elongate bulleye is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Elongate bulleye is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 35 - 250 m . Tropical Indian Ocean: Arabian Sea and Gulf of Aden.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Elongate Bulleye |
| 🌍CES | očař arabský |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Olho-de-cão-alongado |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Priacanthus proxilus | Starnes | 1988 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 3 records indexed .
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