Spot-Lined Flasher
Paracheilinus lineopunctatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 12–40 m
- Max size: 7 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
On rubble bottoms swept by current at the foot of steep outer reefs, the males of this flasher light up to display. The fish gather in small mixed groups where females outnumber the males, between roughly twelve and forty metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Paracheilinus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278286.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spot-Lined Flasher live?
- The Spot-Lined Flasher (Paracheilinus lineopunctatus) is typically found at 12–40 m.
- Is the Spot-Lined Flasher dangerous to divers?
- The Spot-Lined Flasher is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Spot-Lined Flasher get?
- The Spot-Lined Flasher grows to about 7 cm.