Spiny Waspfish
Ablabys macracanthus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–20 m
- Max size: 20 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The spiny waspfish drifts and sways with the surge in muddy sand inshore and in estuaries, passing itself off as a dead leaf or scrap of debris. The spines that crown it carry venom, so it is best left untouched. It reaches about twenty centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Tetrarogidae › Ablabys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278867.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spiny Waspfish live?
- The Spiny Waspfish (Ablabys macracanthus) is typically found at 1–20 m.
- Is the Spiny Waspfish dangerous to divers?
- The Spiny Waspfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Spiny Waspfish get?
- The Spiny Waspfish grows to about 20 cm.