Ruby Cardinalfish
Apogon coccineus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 8–35 m
- Max size: 6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tiny ruby red cardinalfish of reef flats and lagoons that stays hidden under rocks and in deep holes by day. At night it comes out to feed on small bottom living crustaceans, growing no longer than six centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Apogoniformes › Apogonidae › Apogon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 209326.
FAQ
- How deep does the Ruby Cardinalfish live?
- The Ruby Cardinalfish (Apogon coccineus) is typically found at 8–35 m.
- Is the Ruby Cardinalfish dangerous to divers?
- The Ruby Cardinalfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Ruby Cardinalfish get?
- The Ruby Cardinalfish grows to about 6 cm.