Cephalopholis nigripinnis
| Scientific name | Cephalopholis nigripinnis |
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| Descriptor | Valenciennes |
| Year of description | 1828 |
| IUCN category (World) | LC |
| Family | Epinephelidae |
| Genus | Cephalopholis |
Introduction
Cephalopholis nigripinnis is a salt water fish.
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Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size17 cm
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Maximum size28 cm
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Patternmottling
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Average size17 cm
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Maximum size28 cm
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Patternmottling
How to recognize Cephalopholis nigripinnis ?
Cephalopholis nigripinnis measures around 17 cm. The dominant males can however reach 28 cm. This fish is bicolore with a predominantly rouge and beige body. The also has rouge and beige mottling.
Sexual dimorphism
The adult male is bigger than the female.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilitysolitary
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territorialYes
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Way of livingdiurnal
Cephalopholis nigripinnis is a fish solitary naturally found near the rocks. This species is carnivorous .
Cephalopholis nigripinnis is a territorial animal that does not tolerate any incursions into its living area. It is particularly virulent against other territorial species and it can provoke heated fights. Relationships between conspecifics are also hectic, with each seeking to secure its place. Parrying or even sustained fighting can occur between dominant males.
Reproduction
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Reproductiondont le mode de reproduction est encore inconnu
Cephalopholis nigripinnis is a fish dont le mode de reproduction est encore inconnu.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
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Conservation status of populations (IUCN)
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What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature26 - 29 °C
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Depth0 - 60 m
Biotope presentation
Cephalopholis nigripinnis is most often found at a depth between 0m and 60m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
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