Silver Pearlfish
Encheliophis homei
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–30 m
- Max size: 19 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This slender pearlfish lives inside sea cucumbers, sheltering in the body cavity and breathing trees of a few favoured species. It is uncommon and competes with another pearlfish for the same hosts, slipping in and out through the cucumber's rear opening.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ophidiiformes › Carapidae › Encheliophis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217827.
FAQ
- How deep does the Silver Pearlfish live?
- The Silver Pearlfish (Encheliophis homei) is typically found at 0–30 m.
- Is the Silver Pearlfish dangerous to divers?
- The Silver Pearlfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Silver Pearlfish get?
- The Silver Pearlfish grows to about 19 cm.