Family: |
Isonidae (Isonids) |
Max. size: |
5 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
demersal; marine |
Distribution: |
Northwest Pacific. |
Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 4-7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 13-17; Anal spines: 1-1; Anal soft rays: 21-27. Body strongly compressed and deepest at pectorals. Scales on body small, cycloid; thorax and belly naked. Pectoral fin in a high position, with a round posterior margin. Upper jaw not protractile. A broad silvery band (blackish after preservation) running from pectoral base to caudal fin base. Attains 5 cm SL. |
Biology: |
Found near shore and in tide pools. |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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