Caranx papuensis Alleyne & Macleay, 1877
Brassy trevally
Species recognized by FishBase , R Froese & D Pauly (eds) in
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Table of Contents
- Overview
- Comprehensive Description
- Distribution
- Physical Description
- Morphology
- Size
- Diagnostic Description
- Ecology
- Habitat
- Trophic Strategy
- Molecular Biology and Genetics
- Barcode
- Conservation
- Threats
- Relevance to Humans and Ecosystems
- Benefits
- Wikipedia
- References and More Information
- Content Partners
- Literature References
- Biodiversity Heritage Library
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- Names and Taxonomy
- Related Names
- Synonyms
- Common Names
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Comprehensive Description
Biology
Source and Additional Information
Inhabit lagoon and seaward reefs, occasionally entering rivers. Juveniles found in estuaries. Swims high over bottom (Ref. 48635). Feed primarily on fishes. Excellent food fish (Ref. 12484).
References
- Paxton, J.R., D.F. Hoese, G.R. Allen and J.E. Hanley 1989 Pisces. Petromyzontidae to Carangidae. Zoological Catalogue of Australia, Vol. 7. Australian Government Publishing Service, Canberra, 665 p. (Ref. 7300) http://www.fishbase.org/references/FBRefSummary.php?id=7300&speccode;=10446
"Caranx papuensis Alleyne & Macleay, 1877". Encyclopedia of Life, available from "http://www.eol.org/pages/212553". Accessed
05 May 2011.