Orange-Dotted Tuskfish
Choerodon anchorago
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–25 m
- Max size: 50 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tuskfish of reef flats and lagoon reefs, it works seagrass and mixed sand, rubble and coral, crushing hard shelled prey such as crustaceans and mollusks with stout teeth. Juveniles gather in estuarine grass beds, while territorial adults patrol inner and outer reefs alike.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Choerodon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277262.
FAQ
- How deep does the Orange-Dotted Tuskfish live?
- The Orange-Dotted Tuskfish (Choerodon anchorago) is typically found at 1–25 m.
- Is the Orange-Dotted Tuskfish dangerous to divers?
- The Orange-Dotted Tuskfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Orange-Dotted Tuskfish get?
- The Orange-Dotted Tuskfish grows to about 50 cm.