Springer's Dragonet
Synchiropus springeri
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–35 m
- Max size: 1.8 cm
- For divers: safe
Springer's dragonet creeps over sand and rubble near reefs, a tiny fish barely two centimetres long. Males flare a large sail like dorsal fin in display, as dragonets do.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Callionymiformes › Callionymidae › Synchiropus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273265.
FAQ
- How deep does the Springer's Dragonet live?
- The Springer's Dragonet (Synchiropus springeri) is typically found at 0–35 m.
- Is the Springer's Dragonet dangerous to divers?
- The Springer's Dragonet is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Springer's Dragonet get?
- The Springer's Dragonet grows to about 1.8 cm.