Yellow-Threaded Goatfish
Parupeneus chrysonemus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 20–183 m
- Max size: 19.6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The yellow threaded goatfish trails a pair of sensitive barbels across open sand, usually deeper than 60 metres, feeling out hidden prey. It grows to about 20 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Mulliformes › Mullidae › Parupeneus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277812.
FAQ
- How deep does the Yellow-Threaded Goatfish live?
- The Yellow-Threaded Goatfish (Parupeneus chrysonemus) is typically found at 20–183 m.
- Is the Yellow-Threaded Goatfish dangerous to divers?
- The Yellow-Threaded Goatfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Yellow-Threaded Goatfish get?
- The Yellow-Threaded Goatfish grows to about 19.6 cm.