Spotbreast dottyback
📖 Overview
Spotbreast dottyback (Pseudochromis alticaudex) is a ray-finned fish of the family Pseudochromidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.6 cm. It occurs at depths between 2 and 8 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 24 - 25; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 12 - 13. This species distinguished by the following characters: 24-25 (usually 24) segmented dorsal-fin rays; 12-13 (usually 13) segmented anal fin rays; 18-25 anterior lateral line scales; 16-20 (usually 20) circumpeduncular scales; relatively stout and pungent anal-fin spines, the second much stouter than the third; color in alcohol consisting of pale central spots on scales of flanks behind pectoral fin base and dark central spots on breast scales . : elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Spotbreast dottyback is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Spotbreast dottyback is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Spotbreast dottyback is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 2 - 8 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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