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Syngnathoides Biaculeatus

Syngnathoides biaculeatus (Bloch, 1785)
Max Length
29 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.6
Depth
0–10 m
Climate
Tropical
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
16.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
reef

📖 Overview

Syngnathoides Biaculeatus (Syngnathoides biaculeatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Syngnathidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 29 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 10 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.

Scientific Name
Syngnathoides biaculeatus
Authority
(Bloch, 1785)
Habitat
Marine
Climate
Tropical
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
29 cm
Depth Range
0–10 m
Latitude
32°S – 32°N
Trophic Level
3.6
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
16.00/100
Migration
Non-migratory
Salinity
30–40 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Teleostei
Teleostei
Order
Syngnathiformes
Syngnathiformes
Family
Syngnathidae
Syngnathidae
Genus
Syngnathoides
Syngnathoides
Species
Syngnathoides Biaculeatus
Syngnathoides biaculeatus

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Syngnathoides Biaculeatus is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Syngnathoides Biaculeatus is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous 📦 Batch Spawner
Spawning Season
spring-summer
Spawn Location
Pelagic
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
🌊 Marine 🪸 Reef Associated
Migration
Non-migratory
Trophic Level
3.6±0.6

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00035 × L3.19 (TL)
Max TL
29cm
Dorsal Rays
43
Anal Rays
4

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
30–40ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2016

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Medium
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
16.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.6
Predator
Climate Zone
Tropical
Latitude Range
32°N – 32°S
Described By
(Bloch, 1785)

🍽️ Edibility & Flavour

"Syngnathoides Biaculeatus is an edible species."

✗ Not for Raw
✓ Fresh Indicators
  • Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
  • Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
  • Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
  • Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
  • Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
✗ Avoid If
  • Cloudy or sunken eyes
  • Strong fishy or ammonia odour
  • Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
  • Discoloured or dry flesh
Best Cooking Methods
Baking Grilling Pan-frying

⚡ Nutrition

Per 100g cooked - Source: USDA FoodData Central

Nutrient Amount
Protein 18.3 g
Omega-3 (total) 99 mg

🔬 Mercury Safety

Mercury data for Syngnathoides Biaculeatus has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.

🌿 Sustainability

Best Choice
Healthy stocks, low impact
Good Alternative
Well-managed, minor concerns
Use Caution
Check sourcing and season
Avoid
Overfished or high impact
✓ Sustainable Choice

🔬 Full Nutritional Profile

Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)

Proximate Composition
Energy125 kcal
Moisture75 %
Protein20 %
Total Fat4 %
Ash1.3 %
Fatty Acids (g)
Saturated Fat1 g
Monounsaturated Fat1.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.5 g
Omega-3 Total1 g
EPA0.3 g
DHA0.5 g
Omega-6 Total0.3 g
Key Minerals & Vitamins
Calcium20 mg
Iron0.7 mg
Magnesium30 mg
Phosphorus220 mg
Potassium380 mg
Sodium55 mg
Zinc0.5 mg
Selenium32 µg
Vitamin B122 µg

📊 Population Dynamics

Year Region Index Notes
- - -

🌐 Names & Taxonomy

Scientific Synonyms

Scientific Name Author Year Status
Stigmatophora unicolor Castelnau 1875 Synonym
Sygnathoides biaculeatus Bloch 1785 Synonym
Syngnathoides bicauleatus Bloch 1785 Synonym
Syngnathoides biculeatus Bloch 1785 Synonym
Syngnathoides blochii Bleeker 1851 Synonym
Syngnathus biaculeatus Bloch 1785 Synonym
Syngnathus tetragonus Thunberg 1776 Synonym

🦠 Common Diseases

The following diseases are known to affect Syngnathoides Biaculeatus.

🗺️ Global Occurrence Map

Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 51 records indexed .

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