| Ostorhinchus parvulus | |
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Scientific classification 
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| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Actinopterygii |
| Order: | Gobiiformes |
| Family: | Apogonidae |
| Genus: | Ostorhinchus |
| Species: | O. parvulus |
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| Ostorhinchus parvulus (H. M. Smith & Radcliffe, 1912) | |
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Ostorhinchus parvulus, also known as the redspot cardinalfish, is a marine fish in the family Apogonidae.
Description
Redspot cardinalfish are semi-transparent with a large pink caudal spot. They reach a maximum size of 4.0 centimeters (1.6 in).
Distribution and habitat
The redspot cardinalfish can be found in groups around current-prone rocky reefs, up to a depth of 12 meters (39 ft).
Reproduction
Redspot cardinalfish are mouthbreeders that form distinct spawning pairs.
References
- ^ "Ostorhinchus parvulus summary page". FishBase. Retrieved 2018-09-12.
External links
- Photos of Ostorhinchus parvulus on Sealife Collection
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