Phaeton dragonet
📖 Overview
Depth range from 80-650 m and from 302-848 m in the eastern Ionian Sea . Found on sand or mud bottoms. Territorial, males aggressive to each other. Adults feed on small bottom invertebrates, mainly worms, snails and crustaceans. Eggs and larvae pelagic . Minimum depth reported from Ref. 26999.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Phaeton dragonet is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 80 - 848 m . Subtropical; 45°N - 4°S, 32°W - 36°E
🌿 Ecology
small bottom invertebrates, mainly worms, snails and crustaceans
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Callionymus festivus | Bonaparte | 1833 | Synonym |
| Callionymus phaeton | Günther | 1861 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Phaeton dragonet.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 683 records indexed .
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