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🌊 Marine 🌡️ Subtropical

Dampierian threadtail Anthias

Tosana dampieriensis Gill, Pogonoski, Johnson & Tea, 2021
Max Length
4.8 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.2
Depth
66–177 m
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
reef

📖 Overview

Dampierian threadtail Anthias (Tosana dampieriensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Anthiadidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.8 cm. It occurs at depths between 66 and 177 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.

Scientific Name
Tosana dampieriensis
Authority
Gill, Pogonoski, Johnson & Tea, 2021
Habitat
Marine
Climate
Subtropical
Max Length
4.8 cm
Depth Range
66–177 m
Trophic Level
3.2
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Salinity
30–40 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Dorsal spines (total): 10; Dorsal soft rays (total): 14; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 7; Vertebrae: 26. This species is distinguished from its congeners by having 24 circumpeduncular scales and a pectoral-fin length of 28.4-28.9% SL .Cross section: compressed.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Dampierian threadtail Anthias is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Dampierian threadtail Anthias is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Dampierian threadtail Anthias is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Marine; reef-associated; depth range 66 - 177 m . Subtropical; 22°S - 18°S Indian Ocean: Western Australia.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
🌊 Marine 🪸 Reef Associated
Trophic Level
3.2±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.01413 × L3 (TL)
Max TL
4.8cm
Dorsal Spines
10
Dorsal Rays
14
Anal Spines
3
Anal Rays
7
Vertebrae
26

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
30–40ppt

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.2
Predator
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Gill, Pogonoski, Johnson & Tea, 2021

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