Randall's fairy basslet
📖 Overview
Occurs in caves or coral rubble areas along steep drop-offs or channel walls . Benthopelagic . Found in small groups .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 10; Dorsal soft rays (total): 15 - 17; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 7 - 8. Males develop a slightly protruding upper lip and become striped in red and magenta . Females with yellow snout . : fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Randall's fairy basslet is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Randall's fairy basslet is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Randall's fairy basslet is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 15 - 120 m , usually 15 - 70 m . Tropical; 22°C - 27°C ; 19°N - 5°S north to the Ryukyu Islands.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Randall's fairy basslet is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Randall's fairy basslet has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔍 Similar Species
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