Synodus Taiwanensis
📖 Overview
Synodus Taiwanensis (Synodus taiwanensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Synodontidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 18.5 cm. With a trophic level of 4.1, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 13; Anal soft rays: 9; Vertebrae: 53. This species is distinguished by having the following characters: a large black spot on the edge of the operculum; 8-10 peritoneal spots; pectoral fin not reaching a line from base of pelvic fin to origin of dorsal fin; posterior pelvic process wide; 13 dorsal-fin rays; 12-13 pectoral-fin rays; 9 anal-fin rays; 55-56 pored lateral line scales; 3.5 rows of scales between lateral line and dorsal fin; anterior palatine teeth longer than posterior ones; outer row of teeth posteriorly angled outwardly; nasal flap short and rounded; 23-24 gill rakers; snout relatively short (6.2%-6.5% SL); eyes small, orbital diameter 4.9%-5.4% SL); interorbital relatively narrow (2.7%-3.2% SL) .: elongated; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Synodus Taiwanensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range ? - 80 m . Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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