Shortsnout scorpionfish
📖 Overview
Shortsnout scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis obtusa) is a ray-finned fish of the family Scorpaenidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 10 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 15 metres. With a trophic level of 3.8, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 5; Vertebrae: 24. Snout very short, about equal to orbit diameter. Ascending process of premaxilla extending into interorbital space. Body depth of adults 2.0-2.2 in SL. Longitudinal scale series 37-39 (Ref 42181). : short and / or deep; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Shortsnout scorpionfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Shortsnout scorpionfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Shortsnout scorpionfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 0 - 15 m . Tropical West Pacific: from Western Australia to Papua New Guinea; north to Japan.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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