Graceful-tailed cardinalfish
📖 Overview
Nocturnal species . Found in caves and among corals of lagoon and seaward reefs . Secretive, feeds on zooplankton well above bottom at night (Ref 90102).
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 7 - 8. : elongated; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Graceful-tailed cardinalfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairing during courtship and spawning .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 5 - 30 m . Tropical; 30°N - 28°S north to Ryukyu Islands, south to the Great Barrier Reef and Rapa.
🌿 Ecology
zooplankton well above bottom at night (Ref 90102)
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Graceful-tailed cardinalfish · Slendertail Cardinalfish |
| 🇯🇵Japanese | Kudaribozugisumodoki · クダリボウズギスモドキ |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gymnapogon gracilicauda | Lachner | 1953 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Graceful-tailed cardinalfish.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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