Longfin Anthias
Compsanthias ventralis
- Group: Anthias
- Typical depth: 26–120 m
- Max size: 7 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small anthias of steep drop offs and channel walls, it hangs near caves and coral rubble picking tiny crustacean larvae and fish eggs from the current. Secretive by nature, it stays close to cover and ranges well down the reef face.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Anthiadidae › Compsanthias
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1758486.
FAQ
- How deep does the Longfin Anthias live?
- The Longfin Anthias (Compsanthias ventralis) is typically found at 26–120 m.
- Is the Longfin Anthias dangerous to divers?
- The Longfin Anthias is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Longfin Anthias get?
- The Longfin Anthias grows to about 7 cm.