Sad Glider

Ptereleotris lineopinnis

Sad Glider

Known only from a single specimen found inside the stomach of a flatfish off Natal, this little dartfish was caught near 90 metres of water. Like other gliders it hovers above the bottom and darts into a burrow when threatened, growing to about twelve centimetres.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Microdesmidae › Ptereleotris

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219623.

FAQ

Is the Sad Glider dangerous to divers?
The Sad Glider is harmless to divers.
How big does the Sad Glider get?
The Sad Glider grows to about 11.5 cm.