Nemanthias regalis (Randall & Lubbock, 1981)
Nemanthias regalis
photo by Randall, J.E.

Family:  Anthiadidae (Fairy basslets or Streamer basses)
Max. size:  8 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; marine; depth range 0 - 30 m
Distribution:  Eastern Central Pacific: Marquesas Islands.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Feeds on zooplanktons (Ref. 89972).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 10 June 2022 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless
Country info:  Museum: Fatu Hiva, just NE of Matahuma Point, 12.5 m, BPBM 11686 (holotype, 5.52 cm SL, male). Fatu Hiva, just off point at N end of Hanauu Bay, BPBM 11811; AMS I.19220-001; CAS 37887; LACM 35903-1; MNHN 1976-124; USNM 216496. Ua Pou, S side of Vaeho Bay, BPBM 11026.


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