Leopard Sandfish [Ichthyscopus leopardus]
Description
Ichthyscopus leopardus, commonly known as the Leopard Sandfish, is a marine species native to the Indian Ocean. It is found in the waters off the coasts of Sri Lanka and India. This species is characterized by its unique leopard-like spots, which serve as a form of camouflage against predators. It inhabits sandy or muddy bottoms at depths of 20 to 60 meters. It is a nocturnal species, feeding mainly on small crustaceans and bony fish during the night.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
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| Order |
Poecilostomatoida
Poecilostomatoida
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| Family |
Philichthyids
Philichthyidae
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| Genus |
Ichthyscopus
Ichthyscopus
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