Pale Dottyback
Pseudochromis pesi
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–45 m
- Max size: 10 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small dottyback of sandy bottoms scattered with rock and coral, the pale dottyback lives alone or in pairs around isolated outcrops. It darts between cover with quick flicks and grows only to about ten centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pseudochromidae › Pseudochromis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278196.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pale Dottyback live?
- The Pale Dottyback (Pseudochromis pesi) is typically found at 10–45 m.
- Is the Pale Dottyback dangerous to divers?
- The Pale Dottyback is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pale Dottyback get?
- The Pale Dottyback grows to about 10 cm.