How deep does the Teatfish live?

The Teatfish (Holothuria whitmaei) is typically found at 0–40 m.

How big does the Teatfish get?

The Teatfish grows to about 55 cm.

Teatfish

Holothuria whitmaei

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–40 m
Max size: 55 cm
IUCN status: EN

The blackish teatfish is a large sea cucumber that lies on sandy patches and dead coral, often dusted with a coating of sand. Reaching more than half a metre, it ranges from the shallows down to about forty metres. Heavily harvested for the dried seafood trade, it is now listed as endangered.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Echinodermata › Holothuroidea › Holothuriida › Holothuriidae › Holothuria

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1672780.

FAQ

How deep does the Teatfish live?: The Teatfish (Holothuria whitmaei) is typically found at 0–40 m.
How big does the Teatfish get?: The Teatfish grows to about 55 cm.