Lattice Soldierfish
Myripristis violacea
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–30 m
- Max size: 35 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Big eyed and reef dwelling, the lattice soldierfish shelters in lagoons and coral rich seaward reefs, often near branching Acropora corals. It comes out to feed on plankton such as crab larvae and grows to about 35 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Holocentriformes › Holocentridae › Myripristis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217914.
FAQ
- How deep does the Lattice Soldierfish live?
- The Lattice Soldierfish (Myripristis violacea) is typically found at 0–30 m.
- Is the Lattice Soldierfish dangerous to divers?
- The Lattice Soldierfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Lattice Soldierfish get?
- The Lattice Soldierfish grows to about 35 cm.