Scorpaena Grattanica
📖 Overview
Scorpaena Grattanica (Scorpaena grattanica), first described by Trunov, 2006 is a medium-sized fish in the family Scorpaenidae (order Perciformes). Adults typically reach 22.50 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 120 to 170 metres. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 5. This species is distinguished by the following: distinct occipital pit; cycloid scales; tubular scales in lateral line, 23 + 1; vertical rows of scales on body 45 + 4; monotonous yellowish, spotless coloration on the inside of the pectoral fins and their insertions .: short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Scorpaena Grattanica is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; pelagic-neritic; depth range 120 - 170 m . Tropical Southeast Atlantic: Grattan Bank, Ascension Island.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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