Palauan Deepwater Cardinalfish
Epigonus cavaticus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 20–200 m
- Max size: 6.9 cm
- For divers: safe
A tiny deepwater cardinalfish, it was found near 20 metres in a cave facing the reef drop off at Palau. It may live deeper still and move shallower only to spawn or feed. At under 10 centimetres with large eyes, it keeps to dim, sheltered water.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acropomatiformes › Epigonidae › Epigonus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273403.
FAQ
- How deep does the Palauan Deepwater Cardinalfish live?
- The Palauan Deepwater Cardinalfish (Epigonus cavaticus) is typically found at 20–200 m.
- Is the Palauan Deepwater Cardinalfish dangerous to divers?
- The Palauan Deepwater Cardinalfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Palauan Deepwater Cardinalfish get?
- The Palauan Deepwater Cardinalfish grows to about 6.9 cm.