Goldribbon Soapfish
Aulacocephalus temminckii
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 20–350 m
- Max size: 40 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A blue fish crossed by a single gold stripe, it hides in caves and crevices of rocky reefs down to several hundred metres. Its skin holds a bitter toxin that increases when the fish is frightened, which keeps it off the dinner plate.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Liopropomatidae › Aulacocephalus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277111.
FAQ
- How deep does the Goldribbon Soapfish live?
- The Goldribbon Soapfish (Aulacocephalus temminckii) is typically found at 20–350 m.
- Is the Goldribbon Soapfish dangerous to divers?
- The Goldribbon Soapfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Goldribbon Soapfish get?
- The Goldribbon Soapfish grows to about 40 cm.