Southern Stargazer
Astroscopus ygraecum
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 2–100 m
- Max size: 44 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
The southern stargazer buries itself in silty sand with only its upturned eyes and mouth exposed, lunging up to seize passing fishes. Behind its eyes sit electric organs that can fire up to 50 volts, firing faster in warm water than in cold.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Uranoscopidae › Astroscopus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 159252.
FAQ
- How deep does the Southern Stargazer live?
- The Southern Stargazer (Astroscopus ygraecum) is typically found at 2–100 m.
- Is the Southern Stargazer dangerous to divers?
- The Southern Stargazer can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Southern Stargazer get?
- The Southern Stargazer grows to about 44 cm.