Philippines Dragonet
Synchiropus grinnelli
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: to 357 m
- Max size: 6.5 cm
- For divers: safe
A tiny dragonet of shallow coastal sand flats, the Philippines dragonet reaches only about seven centimetres. Like others in its family it creeps over the bottom on stout pelvic fins, picking at small invertebrates in the sand.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Callionymiformes › Callionymidae › Synchiropus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273244.
FAQ
- How deep does the Philippines Dragonet live?
- The Philippines Dragonet (Synchiropus grinnelli) is typically found at to 357 m.
- Is the Philippines Dragonet dangerous to divers?
- The Philippines Dragonet is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Philippines Dragonet get?
- The Philippines Dragonet grows to about 6.5 cm.