Socorro serrano
📖 Overview
Socorro serrano (Serranus socorroensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Serranidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 8 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 10; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12 - 13; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 7 - 8. : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Socorro serrano is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Socorro serrano is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Socorro serrano is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range ? - 8 m . Tropical Central Pacific: known only from Socorro Island (Revillagigedo Islands).
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 2 records indexed .
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