Tiny Hawaiian dragonet
📖 Overview
Tiny Hawaiian dragonet (Synchiropus rubrovinctus) 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 2.4 cm. It occurs at depths between 25 and 130 metres. With a trophic level of 3, 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): 8 - 9; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 7 - 8. Body elongate, head slightly depressed. Snout short, eye large. Body with 4 bright red bands (female, Japan) .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Tiny Hawaiian dragonet is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 25 - 130 m . Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Tiny Hawaiian dragonet.
🔍 Similar Species
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