Pseudanthias pascalus
| Scientific name | Pseudanthias pascalus |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Jordan & Tanaka |
| Year of description | 1927 |
| IUCN category (World) | LC |
| Family | Anthiadidae |
| Genus | Pseudanthias |
Introduction
Pseudanthias pascalus is a salt water fish.
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Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size14 cm
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Maximum size20 cm
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ShapeOvoid
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Average size14 cm
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Maximum size20 cm
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ShapeOvoid
How to recognize Pseudanthias pascalus ?
Pseudanthias pascalus measures around 14 cm. The dominant males can however reach 20 cm. This fish is unicolore with a predominantly violet body.
Sexual dimorphism
The adult male is bigger than the female.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilityliving in shoals
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territorialYes
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Way of livingdiurnal
Pseudanthias pascalus is a fish living in shoals naturally found near the bottom. The members of each group are organized around a well established hierarchy. This species is carnivorous .
Although slightly territorial, Pseudanthias pascalus is a rather peaceful animal that generally behaves in a peaceful manner with other species. Parades or even small jousts may occur between different members of the group until a hierarchy is established.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare
Pseudanthias pascalus is a fish ovipare.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
Conservation status of populations (IUCN)
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature25 - 29 °C
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Depth0 - 70 m
Biotope presentation
Pseudanthias pascalus is most often found at a depth between 0m and 70m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
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