Indian Sweeper
Pempheris mangula
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: to 20 m
- Max size: 16 cm
- For divers: safe
A small, big eyed sweeper that hangs alone inside caves and under overhanging coral down to around 20 metres. Like others of its kind it stays in shade by day and disperses to feed on plankton once night falls.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acropomatiformes › Pempheridae › Pempheris
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218703.
FAQ
- How deep does the Indian Sweeper live?
- The Indian Sweeper (Pempheris mangula) is typically found at to 20 m.
- Is the Indian Sweeper dangerous to divers?
- The Indian Sweeper is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Indian Sweeper get?
- The Indian Sweeper grows to about 16 cm.