Large Toothed Cardinalfish
Cheilodipterus macrodon
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–100 m
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: safe
This cardinalfish hovers in the caves and ledges of clear reefs, often alone in midwater by day. Like others of its family, the male shelters the eggs in his mouth until they hatch. Prominent canine teeth give it its name.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Apogoniformes › Apogonidae › Cheilodipterus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 209373.
FAQ
- How deep does the Large Toothed Cardinalfish live?
- The Large Toothed Cardinalfish (Cheilodipterus macrodon) is typically found at 0–100 m.
- Is the Large Toothed Cardinalfish dangerous to divers?
- The Large Toothed Cardinalfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Large Toothed Cardinalfish get?
- The Large Toothed Cardinalfish grows to about 25 cm.