Magnificent dottyback
📖 Overview
Magnificent dottyback (Pseudochromis magnificus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Pseudochromidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 3.6 cm. 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
This species distinguished by the following characters: dorsal and anal fins with well-developed scale sheaths; 23-24 (usually 24) segmented dorsal-fin rays; slender and weakly pungent to flexible anal fin spines, the second spine is as stout as the third one .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Magnificent dottyback is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Magnificent dottyback is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Magnificent dottyback is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Tropical Indian Ocean: Cargados Carajos.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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