Ocellated Waspfish
Apistus carinatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 14–60 m
- Max size: 20 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
A small venomous fish of soft sea floors, the waspfish spends the day buried in sand with only its eyes showing. At night it moves about on the bottom, where divers sometimes find it. Its fin spines can deliver a sharp sting.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Apistidae › Apistus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 221440.
FAQ
- How deep does the Ocellated Waspfish live?
- The Ocellated Waspfish (Apistus carinatus) is typically found at 14–60 m.
- Is the Ocellated Waspfish dangerous to divers?
- The Ocellated Waspfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Ocellated Waspfish get?
- The Ocellated Waspfish grows to about 20 cm.