Spinyface Soldier
Pristilepis oligolepis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 14–220 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A soldierfish of reef crevices and caves, it shelters by day in or near the rocks and ranges down to around 220 metres. By night it emerges to feed, its large eyes tuned to the dark like the rest of its family.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Holocentriformes › Holocentridae › Pristilepis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217938.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spinyface Soldier live?
- The Spinyface Soldier (Pristilepis oligolepis) is typically found at 14–220 m.
- Is the Spinyface Soldier dangerous to divers?
- The Spinyface Soldier is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Spinyface Soldier get?
- The Spinyface Soldier grows to about 30 cm.