A NEW SPECIES OF CARDINALFISH (APOGONIDAE) FROM NORTHERN AUSTRALIA

WA Museum Records and Supplements | Updated 1 decade ago

Abstract: Pseudamia nigra sp. novo is described from 29 specimens. 13.5-49.6 mm SL. from coastal localities of Western Australia. Northern Territory and Queensland. It differs from all other speeies of Pseudamia in having smaller scales (43-50 in a longitudinal series). a longer maxilla (extends well past eye). 19-20 peetoral rays (15-17 in other species), and a uniform dark brown to blackish coloration in life. The habitat of P. nigra consists of river mouths, tidal creeks, and mangrove shores.