Synchiropus postulus Smith, 1963
Dwarf dragonet
photo by SFSA

Family:  Callionymidae (Dragonets)
Max. size:  2.6 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 12 m
Distribution:  Western Indian Ocean: Tanzania to Sodwana Bay, South Africa, including Aldabra.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal spines (total): 4-4; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9-9; Anal spines: 0-0; Anal soft rays: 8-8
Biology:  Occurs in tide pools and coral reefs.
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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