Tadpole Fish
Raniceps raninus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–100 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A short, dark, secretive fish of shallow rocky bottoms, the tadpole fish hides among weed and rarely strays far from its patch. It takes sea stars, crustaceans, worms, molluscs and small fish, and spawns near shore through the warmer months. Its broad head and tapering tail give it the tadpole look behind the name.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gadiformes › Ranicipitidae › Raniceps
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 126442.
FAQ
- How deep does the Tadpole Fish live?
- The Tadpole Fish (Raniceps raninus) is typically found at 0–100 m.
- Is the Tadpole Fish dangerous to divers?
- The Tadpole Fish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Tadpole Fish get?
- The Tadpole Fish grows to about 30 cm.