Surge Dottyback
Pseudochromis cyanotaenia
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–30 m
- Max size: 6.2 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small, secretive dottyback that ducks into holes and crevices on exposed outer reef flats, favouring spots where strong current and surge keep the water moving. It hunts tiny crabs, isopods and copepods, and breeds readily in aquariums.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pseudochromidae › Pseudochromis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278171.
FAQ
- How deep does the Surge Dottyback live?
- The Surge Dottyback (Pseudochromis cyanotaenia) is typically found at 0–30 m.
- Is the Surge Dottyback dangerous to divers?
- The Surge Dottyback is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Surge Dottyback get?
- The Surge Dottyback grows to about 6.2 cm.