Patchtail tonguefish
📖 Overview
Patchtail tonguefish (Symphurus rhytisma) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cynoglossidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 3 and 97 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Patchtail tonguefish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Patchtail tonguefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Patchtail tonguefish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Patchtail tonguefish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 3 - 97 m . Tropical Central Atlantic: off Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas and from Curaçao (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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