Ogasawara Sweeper

Pempheris familia

Ogasawara Sweeper

This sweeper gathers in small groups inside underwater rock recesses around the Ogasawara Islands, often sharing the same nooks with great clouds of its smaller relative. A nocturnal schooler with large eyes, it reaches about 15 cm.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acropomatiformes › Pempheridae › Pempheris

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1524447.

FAQ

How deep does the Ogasawara Sweeper live?
The Ogasawara Sweeper (Pempheris familia) is typically found at 10–16 m.
Is the Ogasawara Sweeper dangerous to divers?
The Ogasawara Sweeper is harmless to divers.
How big does the Ogasawara Sweeper get?
The Ogasawara Sweeper grows to about 15.3 cm.