Mitchell's Emperor
Lethrinus mitchelli
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 20–25 m
- Max size: 20 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
Mitchell's emperor was found in a single volcanic black sand gully, where about ten fish sheltered around a submerged tree trunk between 20 and 25 metres down. When chased with a spear they fled down the slope, and the species is still too poorly recorded to assess.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Lethrinidae › Lethrinus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1562031.
FAQ
- How deep does the Mitchell's Emperor live?
- The Mitchell's Emperor (Lethrinus mitchelli) is typically found at 20–25 m.
- Is the Mitchell's Emperor dangerous to divers?
- The Mitchell's Emperor is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Mitchell's Emperor get?
- The Mitchell's Emperor grows to about 20 cm.