Modest filefish
📖 Overview
Modest filefish (Thamnaconus modestoides) is a ray-finned fish of the family Monacanthidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 32 cm. It occurs at depths between 73 and 200 metres. With a trophic level of 3.5, 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): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 36 - 38; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 35 - 36. Greyish brown to purplish brown in color; membrane of spinous dorsal lemon yellow in males, greyish in females; other fins with pale blue, rays brownish .: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Modest filefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Modest filefish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Modest filefish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 73 - 200 m . Temperate West Pacific and Southeast Atlantic: south to Algoa Bay, South Africa; also Japan and northwestern Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cantherhines modestoides | Barnard | 1927 | Synonym |
| Cantherines modestoides | Barnard | 1927 | Synonym |
| Thamnaconus modestoides erythraeensis | Bauchot & Maugé | 1978 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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