Striped Splitfin
Luzonichthys taeniatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 20–40 m
- Max size: 5.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The striped splitfin is a tiny anthias barely six centimetres long, gathering over steep outer reef slopes between about 20 and 40 metres. It mingles in aggregations with its close relative and feeds on plankton drifting past the reef.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Anthiadidae › Luzonichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276713.
FAQ
- How deep does the Striped Splitfin live?
- The Striped Splitfin (Luzonichthys taeniatus) is typically found at 20–40 m.
- Is the Striped Splitfin dangerous to divers?
- The Striped Splitfin is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Striped Splitfin get?
- The Striped Splitfin grows to about 5.5 cm.