Andaman Dottyback
Pseudochromis andamanensis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–35 m
- Max size: 7 cm
- For divers: safe
This dottyback is fairly common in coral areas as well as coastal, lagoon and exposed seaward reefs. A small, pugnacious fish of about seven centimetres, it sticks close to cover in water down to around thirty five metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pseudochromidae › Pseudochromis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278163.
FAQ
- How deep does the Andaman Dottyback live?
- The Andaman Dottyback (Pseudochromis andamanensis) is typically found at 1–35 m.
- Is the Andaman Dottyback dangerous to divers?
- The Andaman Dottyback is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Andaman Dottyback get?
- The Andaman Dottyback grows to about 7 cm.