Synodus Fasciapelvicus
📖 Overview
Synodus Fasciapelvicus (Synodus fasciapelvicus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Synodontidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 9.7 cm. It occurs at depths between 26 and 29 metres. With a trophic level of 3.8, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 11 - 12; Anal soft rays: 9; Vertebrae: 58 - 59. This species is distinct in having the following characters: D 11- 12; A 9; pectoral rays 12-13; lateral-line scales 58-60; 4½ scales between lateral line and base of dorsal fin; median predorsal scales 18; vertebrae 58-59; peritoneal spots 9-10; anterior palatine teeth of inner row much longer than posterior teeth; preopercle not scaled posterior to corner of mouth; membranous posterior flap of anterior nostril triangular, with a slightly attenuate tip, reaching to above posterior nostril when laid back; depth of body 6.6-7.35 in SL; pectoral fins reaching a line connecting dorsal- and pelvic-fin origins, fin length 2.4-2.6 in HL; alcohol preserved color pale yellowish with 9 irregular light brown circles along lateral line, each linked narrowly to an irregular, slightly oblique, brown bar to lower side of body; tip of dorsal part of snout with a pair of small brown spots; when fresh, the color is light orangish brown dorsally, white ventrally, dark markings a mixture of orange and dark brownish red; pelvic fins crossed by 6 dark orangish brown bands twice as broad as white interspaces .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Synodus Fasciapelvicus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Synodus Fasciapelvicus is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Synodus Fasciapelvicus is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range 26 - 29 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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