Galapagos Jawfish
Opistognathus galapagensis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: to 10 m
- Max size: 16 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This jawfish digs a burrow in sand and rubble and holds its eggs in its mouth until they hatch, the male doing the brooding. It darts out to grab drifting and bottom living invertebrates and stays small at around 16 centimetres, living in shallow water to about 10 metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Opistognathidae › Opistognathus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276452.
FAQ
- How deep does the Galapagos Jawfish live?
- The Galapagos Jawfish (Opistognathus galapagensis) is typically found at to 10 m.
- Is the Galapagos Jawfish dangerous to divers?
- The Galapagos Jawfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Galapagos Jawfish get?
- The Galapagos Jawfish grows to about 16 cm.