Spotted Sicklefish
Drepane punctata
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–49 m
- Max size: 50 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Tall and sickle finned, the spotted sicklefish drifts through inshore sand and mud bottoms, reefs and estuaries in warm coastal water. It feeds on invertebrates and small bottom fish, and is commonly sold fresh in markets.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Drepaneidae › Drepane
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 220046.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spotted Sicklefish live?
- The Spotted Sicklefish (Drepane punctata) is typically found at 10–49 m.
- Is the Spotted Sicklefish dangerous to divers?
- The Spotted Sicklefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Spotted Sicklefish get?
- The Spotted Sicklefish grows to about 50 cm.