Hairy Toadfish
Batrachoides liberiensis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: to 100 m
- Max size: 46 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A broad headed toadfish of muddy West African coasts and estuaries, it lies fringed with small fleshy tabs that break up its outline as it waits on the bottom for fish and shrimp. Like other toadfish it can grunt by vibrating its swim bladder.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Batrachoidiformes › Batrachoididae › Batrachoides
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278665.
FAQ
- How deep does the Hairy Toadfish live?
- The Hairy Toadfish (Batrachoides liberiensis) is typically found at to 100 m.
- Is the Hairy Toadfish dangerous to divers?
- The Hairy Toadfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Hairy Toadfish get?
- The Hairy Toadfish grows to about 46 cm.