Furneaux scorpionfish
📖 Overview
Furneaux scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis furneauxi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Scorpaenidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 9.6 cm. With a trophic level of 3.8, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Longest dorsal spine 1.9-2.2. in head length. No distinct median ridge extending from between posterior nostrils to anterior fourth or more of interorbital space. Tympanic spines small, about half length of postocular spines. Largest specimen (95 mm SL) (Ref 42181).
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Furneaux scorpionfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Furneaux scorpionfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Furneaux scorpionfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range ? - 10 m . Subtropical; 20°S - 22°S
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Furneaux Scorpionfish |
| 🌍CES | paropušnice Furneauxova |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 弗氏擬鮋 |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 5 records indexed .
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