Redtail Filefish
Pervagor melanocephalus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 20–40 m
- Max size: 16 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small filefish of clear coastal and protected outer reefs rich in invertebrate growth, usually seen in pairs between 20 and 40 metres. Secretive by nature, it can raise a locking spine on its back to wedge itself into a crevice when threatened.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Tetraodontiformes › Monacanthidae › Pervagor
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 220071.
FAQ
- How deep does the Redtail Filefish live?
- The Redtail Filefish (Pervagor melanocephalus) is typically found at 20–40 m.
- Is the Redtail Filefish dangerous to divers?
- The Redtail Filefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Redtail Filefish get?
- The Redtail Filefish grows to about 16 cm.