Dwarf Dory
📖 Overview
Dwarf Dory (Zenion hololepis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Zeniontidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 15.6 cm. It occurs at depths between 180 and 700 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 6 - 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 25 - 28; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 23 - 28. Body reddish in color .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Dwarf Dory is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 180 - 700 m . Deep-water; 44°N - 28°S, 98°W - 94°W Central Pacific (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Dwarf Dory |
| 🏳️Catalan | Peix gall nan comú |
| 🌍CES | zenion červený |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Типовой зенион |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | San Pedro diminuto |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 小海魴 · 甲眼的鯛 |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cyttula macropus | Weber | 1913 | Synonym |
| Cyttus hololepis | Goode & Bean | 1896 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 677 records indexed .
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