Spotted Coral Croucher
Caracanthus maculatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 3–15 m
- Max size: 5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tiny croucher, barely five centimetres, that wedges itself among the branches of pocilloporid and Acropora corals on surge swept reef crests. Its compressed body and gripping fins let it stay put while waves wash over the coral.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Scorpaenidae › Caracanthus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 220364.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spotted Coral Croucher live?
- The Spotted Coral Croucher (Caracanthus maculatus) is typically found at 3–15 m.
- Is the Spotted Coral Croucher dangerous to divers?
- The Spotted Coral Croucher is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Spotted Coral Croucher get?
- The Spotted Coral Croucher grows to about 5 cm.