Rapa Nui Splitfin

Luzonichthys kiomeamea

Rapa Nui Splitfin

Known only from the deep reefs around Rapa Nui, this anthias was collected from a rocky patch at eighty three metres and carried alive to the surface in a perforated jar. It reaches only about five centimetres.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Anthiadidae › Luzonichthys

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1353590.

FAQ

How deep does the Rapa Nui Splitfin live?
The Rapa Nui Splitfin (Luzonichthys kiomeamea) is typically found at to 83 m.
Is the Rapa Nui Splitfin dangerous to divers?
The Rapa Nui Splitfin is harmless to divers.
How big does the Rapa Nui Splitfin get?
The Rapa Nui Splitfin grows to about 4.6 cm.