Sandwich Isle File
Cantherhines sandwichiensis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 2–73 m
- Max size: 19.3 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A filefish of Hawaiian coral and rocky reef, it hovers just above the bottom grazing on algae and detritus while also taking tunicates, coral and sponges. Reaching about 19 centimetres, it can raise a stout first dorsal spine to wedge itself into cover.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Tetraodontiformes › Monacanthidae › Cantherhines
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 220057.
FAQ
- How deep does the Sandwich Isle File live?
- The Sandwich Isle File (Cantherhines sandwichiensis) is typically found at 2–73 m.
- Is the Sandwich Isle File dangerous to divers?
- The Sandwich Isle File is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Sandwich Isle File get?
- The Sandwich Isle File grows to about 19.3 cm.