Short Bigeye
Pristigenys alta
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 5–200 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Big eyes set it up for low light, and it keeps to rocky bottoms between 5 and 200 metres, usually alone and likely holding a patch of its own. A deep, slab sided body and reddish colour are typical of the bigeye family.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Priacanthidae › Pristigenys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 159295.
FAQ
- How deep does the Short Bigeye live?
- The Short Bigeye (Pristigenys alta) is typically found at 5–200 m.
- Is the Short Bigeye dangerous to divers?
- The Short Bigeye is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Short Bigeye get?
- The Short Bigeye grows to about 30 cm.