Thomas' Triplefin
Norfolkia thomasi
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–20 m
- Max size: 5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tiny triplefin of coral reefs and intertidal pools, it lives in shallow water down to about 20 metres. The female lays sticky eggs anchored by fine threads to algae at the nest site, and the larvae drift in shallow nearshore waters.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Tripterygiidae › Norfolkia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276729.
FAQ
- How deep does the Thomas' Triplefin live?
- The Thomas' Triplefin (Norfolkia thomasi) is typically found at 1–20 m.
- Is the Thomas' Triplefin dangerous to divers?
- The Thomas' Triplefin is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Thomas' Triplefin get?
- The Thomas' Triplefin grows to about 5 cm.