Vermilion Hind
Cephalopholis oligosticta
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 15–50 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This hind keeps to dead reefs and silty lagoons of the Red Sea, with adults often near caves and juveniles tucked into coral rubble. A small grouper of about 30 centimetres, it changes from female to male as it grows.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Epinephelidae › Cephalopholis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218176.
FAQ
- How deep does the Vermilion Hind live?
- The Vermilion Hind (Cephalopholis oligosticta) is typically found at 15–50 m.
- Is the Vermilion Hind dangerous to divers?
- The Vermilion Hind is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Vermilion Hind get?
- The Vermilion Hind grows to about 30 cm.