Cardinal Soldierfish
Plectrypops retrospinis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: to 22 m
- Max size: 15 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A soldierfish that hides deep in holes and caves within coral reefs by day and is rarely seen out in the open. Its large eyes suit a life spent in shadow and emerging to feed after dark. It grows to about fifteen centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Holocentriformes › Holocentridae › Plectrypops
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277960.
FAQ
- How deep does the Cardinal Soldierfish live?
- The Cardinal Soldierfish (Plectrypops retrospinis) is typically found at to 22 m.
- Is the Cardinal Soldierfish dangerous to divers?
- The Cardinal Soldierfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Cardinal Soldierfish get?
- The Cardinal Soldierfish grows to about 15 cm.