Indian Goatfish
Parupeneus indicus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–30 m
- Max size: 45 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A pair of long barbels under the chin lets this goatfish probe sandy and silty bottoms for crabs, shrimps, worms, small octopuses and the occasional fish. It works coastal reefs, lagoons and seagrass down to about 30 metres, moving alone or in loose schools.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Mulliformes › Mullidae › Parupeneus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218658.
FAQ
- How deep does the Indian Goatfish live?
- The Indian Goatfish (Parupeneus indicus) is typically found at 10–30 m.
- Is the Indian Goatfish dangerous to divers?
- The Indian Goatfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Indian Goatfish get?
- The Indian Goatfish grows to about 45 cm.