Panning's Blackfish
Actinopyga palauensis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–25 m
- Max size: 40 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A large reef sea cucumber of slopes and flagstones down to around twenty five metres, it is collected lightly by divers for artisanal fisheries. Reaching about forty centimetres, this blackfish lives at lower densities and deeper water than its close relatives.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Echinodermata › Holothuroidea › Holothuriida › Holothuriidae › Actinopyga
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 241773.
FAQ
- How deep does the Panning's Blackfish live?
- The Panning's Blackfish (Actinopyga palauensis) is typically found at 0–25 m.
- Is the Panning's Blackfish dangerous to divers?
- The Panning's Blackfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Panning's Blackfish get?
- The Panning's Blackfish grows to about 40 cm.