Sailfin Anthias
Rabaulichthys altipinnis
- Group: Anthias
- Typical depth: 30–40 m
- Max size: 6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The sailfin anthias keeps to coral rubble on steep outer reef slopes, gathering in small groups of three to eight between thirty and forty metres. Males raise a tall fin in display, and at only six centimetres the fish is a slip of colour over the rubble.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Anthiadidae › Rabaulichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278029.
FAQ
- How deep does the Sailfin Anthias live?
- The Sailfin Anthias (Rabaulichthys altipinnis) is typically found at 30–40 m.
- Is the Sailfin Anthias dangerous to divers?
- The Sailfin Anthias is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Sailfin Anthias get?
- The Sailfin Anthias grows to about 6 cm.