Luminous Cardinalfish

Rhabdamia gracilis

Luminous Cardinalfish

This small, near transparent cardinalfish gathers in large schools above lagoon and coastal reefs. It feeds both by day in the currents over the reef and again at night, and grows to only about 7 centimetres.

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

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 209406.

FAQ

How deep does the Luminous Cardinalfish live?
The Luminous Cardinalfish (Rhabdamia gracilis) is typically found at 3–91 m.
Is the Luminous Cardinalfish dangerous to divers?
The Luminous Cardinalfish is harmless to divers.
How big does the Luminous Cardinalfish get?
The Luminous Cardinalfish grows to about 7.4 cm.