Red splodge
📖 Overview
Red splodge (Zalanthias nazcae) 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 15 cm. It occurs at depths between 162 and 225 metres. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 10; Dorsal soft rays (total): 16; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 7. This species is distinguished from its congeners (except P. exsul and P. parini) by the following set of characters: 28-31 total gillrakers on first gill arch (vs. 13-25, usually fewer than 20); 17-18 circum-caudal-peduncular scales (vs. 20-22 in P. exsul); 36-42 tubed lateral-line scale (vs. 40-46 in P. exsul); some body proportions and coloration (P. nazcae with red oblong area below posterior end of soft dorsal fin, extending onto caudal peduncle vs. P. parini with 2 orange-red bars on posterior half of body) .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Red splodge is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Red splodge is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Red splodge is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 162 - 225 m . Subtropical; - 26°S South Pacific, Nazca Ridge.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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