Moyer's Dragonet
Synchiropus moyeri
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 3–30 m
- Max size: 7.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tiny dragonet of coastal reef slopes, Moyer's dragonet picks its way over rubble and sand near large coral heads. It lives in small loose groups where one big male holds sway over his patch of reef.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Callionymiformes › Callionymidae › Synchiropus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273252.
FAQ
- How deep does the Moyer's Dragonet live?
- The Moyer's Dragonet (Synchiropus moyeri) is typically found at 3–30 m.
- Is the Moyer's Dragonet dangerous to divers?
- The Moyer's Dragonet is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Moyer's Dragonet get?
- The Moyer's Dragonet grows to about 7.5 cm.