Mini-clingfish
📖 Overview
Mini-clingfish (Propherallodus smithi) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 1.9 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 6; Vertebrae: 31. This species is distinguished from its congeners by the following set of characters: D 8; A 6; pectoral-fin rays 23; vertebrae 31; large head and disc, of lengths 37.0 and 27.0% SL, respectively; in lateral view, upper end of the gill membrane level with the 5th pectoral-fin ray base; caudal-peduncle depth 1.3 times in length, and the posterior nostril located directly above the anterior margin of the eye .: elongated; Cross section: circular.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Mini-clingfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Subtropical West Indian Ocean: South Africa.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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