Pearl-spotted fairy basslet
📖 Overview
Pearl-spotted fairy basslet (Selenanthias analis), first described by Tanaka, 1918 is a small fish in the family Anthiadidae (order Perciformes). Adults typically reach 13.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 129 to 204 metres. It occurs in Temperate waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Pearl-spotted fairy basslet is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pearl-spotted fairy basslet is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 129 - 204 m . Temperate
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plectranthias maculatus | Fourmanoir | 1982 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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