Family: |
Stichaeidae (Pricklebacks), subfamily: Alectriinae |
Max. size: |
8.2 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
demersal; marine; depth range 20 - 40 m |
Distribution: |
Northwest Pacific: Off Moura Island, Hiranaimachi, Mutsu Bay, Aomori Prefecture, Japan. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Found over muddy bottom at depths of 20-40 meters; usually deeper than its congeners (Ref. 51666). Oviparous, eggs are guarded by the female parent (Ref. 58332). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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