Morrison's Dragonet
Synchiropus morrisoni
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–40 m
- Max size: 8 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tiny dragonet barely 8 centimetres long, it tucks among algae covered rocks of seaward reefs, usually deeper than 25 metres. Cryptic and bottom hugging, it is easy to overlook against the weedy reef.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Callionymiformes › Callionymidae › Synchiropus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273251.
FAQ
- How deep does the Morrison's Dragonet live?
- The Morrison's Dragonet (Synchiropus morrisoni) is typically found at 10–40 m.
- Is the Morrison's Dragonet dangerous to divers?
- The Morrison's Dragonet is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Morrison's Dragonet get?
- The Morrison's Dragonet grows to about 8 cm.