Shadowfin Soldierfish
Myripristis adusta
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–30 m
- Max size: 35 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This soldierfish hides in caves and beneath ledges along reef drop offs and steep channel slopes by day, then emerges at night to pick plankton such as crab larvae from the water. Its large eyes suit the dark, and it gathers singly or in small groups, sometimes mixing with other species.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Holocentriformes › Holocentridae › Myripristis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217926.
FAQ
- How deep does the Shadowfin Soldierfish live?
- The Shadowfin Soldierfish (Myripristis adusta) is typically found at 1–30 m.
- Is the Shadowfin Soldierfish dangerous to divers?
- The Shadowfin Soldierfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Shadowfin Soldierfish get?
- The Shadowfin Soldierfish grows to about 35 cm.