Capricorn fusilier
📖 Overview
Inhabits coastal areas, primarily around coral reefs at a depth of about 20 m. Feeds on zooplankton in midwater aggregations. Oviparous, with numerous, small pelagic eggs . Rare species .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 10; Dorsal soft rays (total): 15; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 12. Upper body with a chequered, bronzy green yellow and blue appearance. 4 scales on cheek; 24 predorsal scales; scaled dorsal and anal fins; Supra-temporal band of scales confluent at dorsal midline. Upper peduncular scale rows 11; lower peduncular scale rows 15. Post maxillary processes 2; posterior end of maxilla tapered.: fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Capricorn fusilier is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Capricorn fusilier is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Capricorn fusilier is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory; depth range ? - 20 m . Tropical; 4°N - 18°S, 39°E - 60°E east African coast, Seychelles, and the western Indian Ocean islands.
🌿 Ecology
zooplankton in midwater aggregations
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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