Azuma perchlet
📖 Overview
Azuma perchlet (Zalanthias azumanus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Anthiadidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 12 cm. It occurs at depths between 30 and 400 metres. With a trophic level of 4, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 10; Dorsal soft rays (total): 14 - 15; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 7; Vertebrae: 26. This species is distinguished by the following set of characters: D X,14-15, rarely X,14; pectoral rays 15, rarely 14; lateral line complete with 33-37 tubed scales; lower edge of preopercl without antrorse serrations; scales with basal cteni; melanophores on caudal peduncle form a saddle that extends ventrally to about 1-2 scale rows beneath lateral line scales . Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Azuma perchlet is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 30 - 400 m . Subtropical; 8°C - 18°C West Pacific: Western Australia to Japan and Taiwan.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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