Striped Piggy
Pomadasys stridens
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: to 68 m
- Max size: 20 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small grunt of warm coastal waters, the striped piggy hunts crustaceans and smaller fishes close to the bottom. Like others in its family it can produce audible grunts by grinding its throat teeth.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Haemulidae › Pomadasys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 126948.
FAQ
- How deep does the Striped Piggy live?
- The Striped Piggy (Pomadasys stridens) is typically found at to 68 m.
- Is the Striped Piggy dangerous to divers?
- The Striped Piggy is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Striped Piggy get?
- The Striped Piggy grows to about 20 cm.