Silver tripodfish
📖 Overview
Silver tripodfish (Triacanthus nieuhofii) is a ray-finned fish of the family Triacanthidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 28 cm. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Spiny dorsal-fin membrane very dark between first and second spines, slightly to much less darker between second and third spines, and pale between third and fifth spines. Outline of head between base of first dorsal-fin spine and eyes somewhat convex in front of spine and then straight or slightly concave over eye (Ref 9804).: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Silver tripodfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Tropical; 10°N - 23°S, 73°E - 155°E West Pacific: Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, Andaman Sea, Indonesia, South China Sea, northern Australia.
🌿 Ecology
benthic invertebrates
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triacanthus brachysoma | Bleeker | 1853 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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