Brazilian Dartfish
Ptereleotris randalli
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 8–70 m
- Max size: 8.7 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small dartfish that hovers above its burrow, the Brazilian dartfish snatches plankton from the current and dives headfirst into the sand when danger nears. Its numbers are falling fast off parts of the Brazilian coast as calcareous algae banks are mined.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Microdesmidae › Ptereleotris
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277125.
FAQ
- How deep does the Brazilian Dartfish live?
- The Brazilian Dartfish (Ptereleotris randalli) is typically found at 8–70 m.
- Is the Brazilian Dartfish dangerous to divers?
- The Brazilian Dartfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Brazilian Dartfish get?
- The Brazilian Dartfish grows to about 8.7 cm.