Dendtric Jawfish
Opistognathus dendriticus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 2–40 m
- Max size: 28 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This jawfish digs a burrow in the seabed and hovers at the entrance, ready to dart back in tail first at any sign of danger. The male is a mouthbrooder, holding a sticky clump of eggs inside his own jaws until they hatch.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Opistognathidae › Opistognathus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276448.
FAQ
- How deep does the Dendtric Jawfish live?
- The Dendtric Jawfish (Opistognathus dendriticus) is typically found at 2–40 m.
- Is the Dendtric Jawfish dangerous to divers?
- The Dendtric Jawfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Dendtric Jawfish get?
- The Dendtric Jawfish grows to about 28 cm.