Deep Reef Whiptail
Pentapodus berryae
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–70 m
- Max size: 13.3 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
The deep reef whiptail is seldom collected and lives below 60 metres at the base of outer reef drop offs. Divers have found it swimming in small schools a metre or two above steep slopes of sand, rubble and sea fans. Records remain few enough that its status is data deficient.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Nemipteridae › Pentapodus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1493974.
FAQ
- How deep does the Deep Reef Whiptail live?
- The Deep Reef Whiptail (Pentapodus berryae) is typically found at 1–70 m.
- Is the Deep Reef Whiptail dangerous to divers?
- The Deep Reef Whiptail is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Deep Reef Whiptail get?
- The Deep Reef Whiptail grows to about 13.3 cm.