Bridled Cardinalfish

Pristiapogon fraenatus

Bridled Cardinalfish

A small cardinalfish marked with a dark bridle, it hides under ledges and at the base of coral heads by day on clear reef flats and lagoons. It grows to about 11 centimetres and emerges to pick small invertebrates from the water.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Apogoniformes › Apogonidae › Pristiapogon

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 209369.

FAQ

How deep does the Bridled Cardinalfish live?
The Bridled Cardinalfish (Pristiapogon fraenatus) is typically found at 3–50 m.
Is the Bridled Cardinalfish dangerous to divers?
The Bridled Cardinalfish is harmless to divers.
How big does the Bridled Cardinalfish get?
The Bridled Cardinalfish grows to about 11 cm.