Urville's longtom
📖 Overview
Coastal species, sometimes entering brackish water . Feeds mainly on benthic invertebrates >2 mm . Oviparous . Eggs may be found attached to objects in the water by tendrils on the egg's surface .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Urville's longtom is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; brackish; pelagic-neritic; depth range 0 - 5 m . Tropical East Indies, Philippines, and New Guinea east to the Solomon and Santa Cruz Islands.
🌿 Ecology
benthic invertebrates >2 mm (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belone macrolepis | Bleeker | 1857 | Synonym |
| Belone urvillii | Valenciennes | 1846 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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