Thamnaconus Tessellatus
📖 Overview
Thamnaconus Tessellatus (Thamnaconus tessellatus), first described by Günther, 1880 is a medium-sized fish in the family Monacanthidae (order Tetraodontiformes). Adults typically reach 23.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 230 to 600 metres. It occurs in Deep-water waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Thamnaconus Tessellatus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Thamnaconus Tessellatus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 230 - 600 m . Deep-water East and South China seas.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cantherines analis nigromaculosus | Tanaka | 1912 | Synonym |
| Cantherines nigromaculosus | Tanaka | 1912 | Synonym |
| Cantherines tessellatus | Günther | 1880 | Synonym |
| Monacanthus tessellatus | Günther | 1880 | Synonym |
| Navodon tessellatus | Günther | 1880 | Synonym |
| Thamnaconus nigromaculosus | Tanaka | 1912 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 19 records indexed .
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