Bigeye Stargazer
Dactyloscopus crossotus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–8 m
- Max size: 7.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tiny sand stargazer of surf swept beaches, it buries itself in soft bottom and waits with only its eyes, nose and mouth above the sand. It usually lurks in less than three metres of water and grows no longer than about eight centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Dactyloscopidae › Dactyloscopus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276397.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bigeye Stargazer live?
- The Bigeye Stargazer (Dactyloscopus crossotus) is typically found at 0–8 m.
- Is the Bigeye Stargazer dangerous to divers?
- The Bigeye Stargazer is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Bigeye Stargazer get?
- The Bigeye Stargazer grows to about 7.5 cm.