Unknown
Non-migratory
Migratory
Spawning in offshore areas
Threadfin Breams do not have a strict migration pattern. However, some individuals may migrate within their habitat in search of food or suitable spawning grounds.
During the breeding season, Threadfin Breams form large aggregations and engage in courtship rituals. Males can change their coloration and display elaborate courtship behaviors to attract females.
No specific migration pattern
Eggs are released into the water column
No migration
Bubble nest builder
Some populations migrate between freshwater and saltwater habitats
Males build nests and court females
Not much known
Some populations undertake seasonal migrations
Mating occurs through internal fertilization
Breeding occurs in shallow waters during high tides
Female scatters eggs, male fertilizes them
Some populations migrate long distances
Females give birth to live young
Egg scattering
Monogamous, forms pairs during breeding season
Males build nests and attract females to lay eggs
Tilefish do not have a specific migration pattern. They are considered sedentary, as they generally remain in the same area throughout their lives.
During the mating season, male Tilefish create and defend nests in the sand or mud on the seafloor. Females visit these nests to lay their eggs, which are then fertilized by the males.
Nesting
Male toadfish create nests and attract females with courtship calls
