Small Toothed Jobfish
Aphareus furca
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–122 m
- Max size: 70 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A sleek silvery jobfish of clear lagoons and coral and rocky reefs, it cruises alone or in small groups hunting fish and crustaceans. Curious and often willing to approach divers, males turning brilliant yellow on the head may be in breeding condition. There are reports of ciguatera poisoning from eating it.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Lutjanidae › Aphareus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218470.
FAQ
- How deep does the Small Toothed Jobfish live?
- The Small Toothed Jobfish (Aphareus furca) is typically found at 0–122 m.
- Is the Small Toothed Jobfish dangerous to divers?
- The Small Toothed Jobfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Small Toothed Jobfish get?
- The Small Toothed Jobfish grows to about 70 cm.