Indian Driftfish
Ariomma indica
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 20–300 m
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: safe
The driftfish spends the day near muddy bottoms on the continental shelf and rises into open water at night to feed on plankton. It moves in small schools and may travel with the seasons.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Scombriformes › Ariommatidae › Ariomma
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219752.
FAQ
- How deep does the Indian Driftfish live?
- The Indian Driftfish (Ariomma indica) is typically found at 20–300 m.
- Is the Indian Driftfish dangerous to divers?
- The Indian Driftfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Indian Driftfish get?
- The Indian Driftfish grows to about 25 cm.