Kiyo's dragonet
📖 Overview
Kiyo's dragonet (Synchiropus kiyoae) is a ray-finned fish of the family Callionymidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 2 cm. It occurs at depths between 5 and 14 metres. With a trophic level of 3.1, 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
Dorsal spines (total): 4; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 8. Body moderately depressed. Preopercular spine long, without antrorse process at base and with 5 to 6 processes on inner side; posterior tip strongly upcurved. Lateral line on body conspicuously curved upward above the pectoral fin. Attains 2 cm SL.: fusiform / normal; Cross section: circular.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Kiyo's dragonet is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Kiyo's dragonet is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Kiyo's dragonet is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 5 - 14 m . Temperate Pacific Ocean: Japan.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minysynchiropus kiyoae | Fricke & Zaiser | 1983 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 2 records indexed .
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