Diagnostic Description
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Male has a small black spot and dark longitudinal bands in the first dorsal fins (Ref. 35388).
- Recorder
- Arlene G. Sampang-Reyes
Diseases and Parasites
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Cestoda infestation. Parasitic infestations (protozoa, worms, etc.)
Trophic Strategy
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Feeds on small crustaceans (mysids, amphipods, copepods), nematodes.
- Recorder
- Drina Sta. Iglesia
Biology
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Found in shallow waters. Spawn when 1 year old. Eggs are laid under empty bivalve shells (Ref. 35388). Feed on small crustaceans (mysids, amphipods, copepods), nematodes.