Rusichthys Plesiomorphus
📖 Overview
Rusichthys Plesiomorphus (Rusichthys plesiomorphus) 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 4.1 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 1; Dorsal soft rays (total): 32 - 33; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 26 - 27. Suborbital pores 4; medial parietal pore(s) absent.: eel-like; Cross section: circular.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Rusichthys Plesiomorphus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Rusichthys Plesiomorphus is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Rusichthys Plesiomorphus is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range ? - 140 m . Tropical Indian Ocean: off Kenya (2°42'S, 40°53'E).
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 1 records indexed .
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