Sunset Perchlet
Xenanthias ahiahiata
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: to 83 m
- Max size: 4 cm
- For divers: safe
Described from a single rocky patch reef ringed by sand at 83 metres, this small perchlet was brought up alive in a perforated jar. It reaches only about four centimetres and belongs to the deeper reef anthias group.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Anthiadidae › Xenanthias
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1846821.
FAQ
- How deep does the Sunset Perchlet live?
- The Sunset Perchlet (Xenanthias ahiahiata) is typically found at to 83 m.
- Is the Sunset Perchlet dangerous to divers?
- The Sunset Perchlet is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Sunset Perchlet get?
- The Sunset Perchlet grows to about 4 cm.