Goldsaddle Goatfish
Parupeneus cyclostomus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–125 m
- Max size: 50 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The goldsaddle goatfish drags a pair of chin barbels across reef flats and lagoons, probing the bottom for small fish, crabs, shrimps, and worms. Juveniles school together while adults usually hunt alone, and large fish carry reports of ciguatera poisoning.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Mulliformes › Mullidae › Parupeneus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218665.
FAQ
- How deep does the Goldsaddle Goatfish live?
- The Goldsaddle Goatfish (Parupeneus cyclostomus) is typically found at 0–125 m.
- Is the Goldsaddle Goatfish dangerous to divers?
- The Goldsaddle Goatfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Goldsaddle Goatfish get?
- The Goldsaddle Goatfish grows to about 50 cm.