Pseudoplesiops howensis Allen, 1987 Lord Howe Dottyback |
photo by
Randall, J.E. |
Family: | Pseudochromidae (Dottybacks), subfamily: Pseudoplesiopinae | |||
Max. size: | 2.8 cm SL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range 20 - 25 m | |||
Distribution: | Western Central Pacific: Australia (including Lord Howe Island) and New Caledonia (Ref. 11897). | |||
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Biology: | Occurs inshore (Ref. 7300). Inhabits coral reef (Ref. 75154). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 10 March 2015 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |