White Hawkfish
Amblycirrhitus earnshawi
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–25 m
- Max size: 6.7 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: EN
A tiny hawkfish that perches on rock and coralline algae, the white hawkfish props itself on thickened lower fin rays and watches for passing prey. Restricted in range and listed as Endangered, it lives from the shallows down to about 25 metres and grows to only seven centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Centrarchiformes › Cirrhitidae › Amblycirrhitus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277567.
FAQ
- How deep does the White Hawkfish live?
- The White Hawkfish (Amblycirrhitus earnshawi) is typically found at 0–25 m.
- Is the White Hawkfish dangerous to divers?
- The White Hawkfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the White Hawkfish get?
- The White Hawkfish grows to about 6.7 cm.