Sillago Caudicula
📖 Overview
Sillago Caudicula (Sillago caudicula) is a ray-finned fish of the family Sillaginidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 14.9 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 22 - 23; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 23 - 24; Vertebrae: 35 - 36. This species of the subgenus Sillago is distinguished by the following characters: small head (29.0-30.1% SL); A 23-24; total vertebrae 35-36; body depth at origin of second dorsal fin slightly deeper than that at origin of first dorsal fin; fused or narrowly separated first and second hypurals; fused third and fourth hypurals; midline of body with 11 dusky spots .: fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Sillago Caudicula is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Sillago Caudicula is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Sillago Caudicula is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; pelagic-neritic. Tropical Indian Ocean: Oman.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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