Southern whitetail major
📖 Overview
Adults inhabit coral and rocky reefs . Somewhat territorial, they chase away small intruders . Omnivorous, they graze on algae and nibbles at small crustaceans and the tentacles of anemones . Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding . Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate . Males guard and aerate the eggs .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 15; Anal soft rays: 13. Usually with 14 or 15 spines and 10 or 11 gill rakers .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Southern whitetail major is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous, distinct pairing during breeding . Eggs are demersal and adhere to the substrate . Males guard and aerate the eggs .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory; depth range 1 - 5 m . Tropical; 9°N - 1°S
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Southern whitetail major.
🔍 Similar Species
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