Family: |
Pempheridae (Sweepers) |
Max. size: |
18 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; marine |
Distribution: |
Western Pacific: southern Japan and the Philippines. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Found in rocky reefs in shallow waters; not forming large schools (Ref. 43239). Active at night and spends the day in caves (Ref. 9137). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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