Philippines dragonet
📖 Overview
Philippines dragonet (Synchiropus grinnelli) is a ray-finned fish of the family Callionymidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic, deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Philippines dragonet is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Philippines dragonet is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Philippines dragonet is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Philippines dragonet is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range ? - 357 m . Deep-water Central Pacific: Philippines and Indonesia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Mandarim-flecha |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 格氏連鰭 · 狗圻 · 老鼠 |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foetorepus grinnelli | Fowler | 1941 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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