Chinese Trumpetfish
Aulostomus chinensis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–122 m
- Max size: 80 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A long, thin ambusher, the trumpetfish drifts head down among corals and sea whips, or shadows larger fish to creep up on prey. When a small fish strays near, it flares its trumpet shaped snout and sucks it in.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Syngnathiformes › Aulostomidae › Aulostomus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217964.
FAQ
- How deep does the Chinese Trumpetfish live?
- The Chinese Trumpetfish (Aulostomus chinensis) is typically found at 0–122 m.
- Is the Chinese Trumpetfish dangerous to divers?
- The Chinese Trumpetfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Chinese Trumpetfish get?
- The Chinese Trumpetfish grows to about 80 cm.