Tobaccofish
Serranus tabacarius
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 4–70 m
- Max size: 22 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small Caribbean reef fish, the tobaccofish often shadows goatfishes to snap up invertebrates they stir from the sand. Each individual carries both male and female organs at once, and it gathers in groups over deeper rocky and coral bottoms.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Serranidae › Serranus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273908.
FAQ
- How deep does the Tobaccofish live?
- The Tobaccofish (Serranus tabacarius) is typically found at 4–70 m.
- Is the Tobaccofish dangerous to divers?
- The Tobaccofish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Tobaccofish get?
- The Tobaccofish grows to about 22 cm.