Symphodus mediterraneus
| Scientific name | Symphodus mediterraneus |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Linnaeus |
| Year of description | 1758 |
| IUCN category | LC |
| Family | Labridae |
| Genus | Symphodus |
Introduction
Symphodus mediterraneus is a salt water fish.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size12 cm
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Maximum size18 cm
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ShapeRectangular
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Average size12 cm
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Maximum size18 cm
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ShapeRectangular
How to recognize Symphodus mediterraneus ?
Symphodus mediterraneus measures between 12 and 18 cm. This fish is multicolore with a predominantly rouge, jaune and orange body.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietomnivorous with carnivorous tendency
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Sociabilityliving as a couple or alone
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territorialYes
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Way of livingdiurnal
Symphodus mediterraneus is a fish living as a couple or alone naturally found near the bottom. This species is omnivorous with carnivorous tendency .
Symphodus mediterraneus 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.
Reproduction
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Migratory speciesNo
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Hermaphroditeprotogynous
Symphodus mediterraneus is a fish ovipare qui pond sur substrat découvert. always born female. Growing up, individuals will change sex to become male, this is called successive hermaphroditism of the protogynous type.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature16 - 28 °C
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Depth0 - 25 m
Biotope presentation
Symphodus mediterraneus is most often found at a depth between 0m and 25m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
Fishkeeping
Not recommended
We do not recommend keeping this species in an aquarium. It has unpredictable needs which, if not met, generate significant stress, potentially leading to a shorter life expectancy, an interruption of its growth or the development of pathogens.
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