Flamefish
Apogon maculatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–128 m
- Max size: 11.1 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A bright red cardinalfish of reefs, harbours and sea walls, the flamefish hides in cracks by day and comes out to feed after dark. It ranges from the surface to more than a hundred metres, and the male broods the eggs in his mouth until they hatch.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Apogoniformes › Apogonidae › Apogon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 159589.
FAQ
- How deep does the Flamefish live?
- The Flamefish (Apogon maculatus) is typically found at 0–128 m.
- Is the Flamefish dangerous to divers?
- The Flamefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Flamefish get?
- The Flamefish grows to about 11.1 cm.