Banded Jawfish
Opistognathus macrognathus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–44 m
- Max size: 20 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This jawfish digs a burrow in sandy patches near coral reefs and rarely strays far from the entrance, head poking out to watch for crabs, snails and passing fish. A pair stays together, and the male broods the eggs in his mouth until they hatch. It reaches about 20 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Opistognathidae › Opistognathus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276463.
FAQ
- How deep does the Banded Jawfish live?
- The Banded Jawfish (Opistognathus macrognathus) is typically found at 0–44 m.
- Is the Banded Jawfish dangerous to divers?
- The Banded Jawfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Banded Jawfish get?
- The Banded Jawfish grows to about 20 cm.