Little Tailband Cardinalfish
Apogon caudicinctus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–40 m
- Max size: 12 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small cardinalfish of caves and ledges on reefs and rocky ground, this species hides by day and comes out after dark to feed. It usually sits in shallow water but ranges down to about forty metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Apogoniformes › Apogonidae › Apogon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 272991.
FAQ
- How deep does the Little Tailband Cardinalfish live?
- The Little Tailband Cardinalfish (Apogon caudicinctus) is typically found at 0–40 m.
- Is the Little Tailband Cardinalfish dangerous to divers?
- The Little Tailband Cardinalfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Little Tailband Cardinalfish get?
- The Little Tailband Cardinalfish grows to about 12 cm.