Silver Sweeper
Pempheris schwenkii
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 5–40 m
- Max size: 15 cm
- For divers: safe
This sweeper hides in reef caves and crevices by day, then drifts out after dark to pick zooplankton from the water. Its large eyes suit the night work, and it moves alone or in small groups. It grows to about fifteen centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acropomatiformes › Pempheridae › Pempheris
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218699.
FAQ
- How deep does the Silver Sweeper live?
- The Silver Sweeper (Pempheris schwenkii) is typically found at 5–40 m.
- Is the Silver Sweeper dangerous to divers?
- The Silver Sweeper is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Silver Sweeper get?
- The Silver Sweeper grows to about 15 cm.