Ochrestriped Cardinalfish [Apogon compressus]
Description
A species found in the Western Indian Ocean. It is known for its distinct ochre stripes running along the body. It inhabits coral reefs and feeds mainly on small invertebrates. The species is a mouth brooder, with males carrying the eggs in their mouths until they hatch.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
|
| Order |
Perciformes
Perciformes
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| Family |
Cardinalfishes
Apogonidae
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| Genus |
Threadfin Cardinalfish
Zoramia
|