Alectrias mutsuensis
Alectrias mutsuensis Shiogaki, 1985
Maned cockscomb


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Family:  Stichaeidae (Pricklebacks), subfamily: Alectriinae
Max. size:  8.2 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; marine; depth range 20 - 40 m
Distribution:  Northwest Pacific: Off Moura Island, Hiranaimachi, Mutsu Bay, Aomori Prefecture, Japan.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Found over muddy bottom at depths of 20-40 meters; usually deeper than its congeners (Ref. 51666). Oviparous, eggs are guarded by the female parent (Ref. 58332).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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