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🌊 Marine Least Concern 🍽️ Edible 🌡️ Tropical

Blue-striped dottyback

Pseudochromis springeri Lubbock, 1975
Max Length
5.5 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.5
Depth
2–60 m
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
11.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
reef

📖 Overview

Blue-striped dottyback (Pseudochromis springeri) 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 5.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 2 and 60 metres. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.

Scientific Name
Pseudochromis springeri
Authority
Lubbock, 1975
Habitat
Marine
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
5.5 cm
Depth Range
2–60 m
Trophic Level
3.5
Vulnerability
11.00/100
Water Temp
24–27 °C
Salinity
30–40 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Blue-striped dottyback is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Blue-striped dottyback is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Blue-striped dottyback is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Blue-striped dottyback is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Marine; reef-associated; depth range 2 - 60 m , usually 2 - 60 m . Tropical; 24°C - 27°C Indian Ocean: Red Sea.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
🌊 Marine 🪸 Reef Associated
Trophic Level
3.5±0.5

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.01148 × L2.95 (TL)
Max TL
5.5cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
24–27°C
Salinity Range
30–40ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2019

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
11.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.5
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Described By
Lubbock, 1975

🍽️ Edibility & Flavour

Nutrition

Per 100g cooked - Source: USDA FoodData Central

Nutrient Amount
Protein 18.8 g
Omega-3 (total) 197 mg

🔬 Mercury Safety

Mercury data for Blue-striped dottyback has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.

🌿 Sustainability

Best Choice
Healthy stocks, low impact
Good Alternative
Well-managed, minor concerns
Use Caution
Check sourcing and season
Avoid
Overfished or high impact

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