Perdix Cardinalfish
Apogonichthys perdix
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–65 m
- Max size: 6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A secretive little cardinalfish, it hides among rubble on reef flats and dead reef and comes out mainly at night. The male broods the eggs in his mouth, and the fish grows to only about 6 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Apogoniformes › Apogonidae › Apogonichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 209383.
FAQ
- How deep does the Perdix Cardinalfish live?
- The Perdix Cardinalfish (Apogonichthys perdix) is typically found at 1–65 m.
- Is the Perdix Cardinalfish dangerous to divers?
- The Perdix Cardinalfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Perdix Cardinalfish get?
- The Perdix Cardinalfish grows to about 6 cm.