Blotcheye Soldierfish
Myripristis berndti
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–159 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The blotcheye soldierfish shelters in caves and under reef ledges by day, gathering in loose groups. After dark it drifts out to feed on plankton such as crab larvae, its large eyes suited to the dark, and it reaches about 30 cm.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Holocentriformes › Holocentridae › Myripristis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217927.
FAQ
- How deep does the Blotcheye Soldierfish live?
- The Blotcheye Soldierfish (Myripristis berndti) is typically found at 0–159 m.
- Is the Blotcheye Soldierfish dangerous to divers?
- The Blotcheye Soldierfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Blotcheye Soldierfish get?
- The Blotcheye Soldierfish grows to about 30 cm.