Convex Sweeper
Pempheris convexa
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–10 m
- Max size: 11.8 cm
- For divers: safe
A small sweeper of shallow coral and rock, it has turned up on reefs, a harbour wall and an open surge channel between one and ten metres. Like others of its family it shelters by day and drifts out at night to feed in midwater.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acropomatiformes › Pempheridae › Pempheris
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1327815.
FAQ
- How deep does the Convex Sweeper live?
- The Convex Sweeper (Pempheris convexa) is typically found at 1–10 m.
- Is the Convex Sweeper dangerous to divers?
- The Convex Sweeper is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Convex Sweeper get?
- The Convex Sweeper grows to about 11.8 cm.