Two-Spot Basslet
Pseudanthias bimaculatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 20–100 m
- Max size: 14 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small basslet of deep coastal drop offs, this anthias hovers in loose groups to pick plankton from the current in often turbid water. Closely related species can spawn alongside it and occasionally produce hybrids.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Anthiadidae › Pseudanthias
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218274.
FAQ
- How deep does the Two-Spot Basslet live?
- The Two-Spot Basslet (Pseudanthias bimaculatus) is typically found at 20–100 m.
- Is the Two-Spot Basslet dangerous to divers?
- The Two-Spot Basslet is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Two-Spot Basslet get?
- The Two-Spot Basslet grows to about 14 cm.