Indo-akatachi
Acanthocepola indica
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Indo-akatachi (Acanthocepola indica) is a marine fish of the family Cepolidae, in the order Eupercaria/misc. Maximum recorded length is 55 cm. Its recorded depth range is 50–100 m.
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About
A bandfish from the Indian Ocean, with a ribbon-like body and distinctive red banding. Inhabits sandy bottoms at 20-100m depth. Burrows vertically in sand; feeds on small invertebrates from the burrow entrance.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 55.0 cm |
| Depth Range | 50-100m |
Habitat & Distribution
Sandy and muddy substrates in shallow coastal waters of the Indian Ocean at 20-100m depth. Burrows in soft sediment near coral reef margins and continental shelf areas.
Taxonomy
| Order | Eupercaria/misc |
| Family | Cepolidae |
| Species | Acanthocepola indica |
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