Pygmy Anglerfish
Antennatus linearis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 4–33 m
- Max size: 7.5 cm
- For divers: safe
A thumb sized frogfish of shallow coastal reefs, it creeps over the bottom on hand like fins rather than swimming. It stays hidden among rocky boulders and large pieces of coral rubble, waiting to ambush passing prey.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Lophiiformes › Antennariidae › Antennatus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279163.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pygmy Anglerfish live?
- The Pygmy Anglerfish (Antennatus linearis) is typically found at 4–33 m.
- Is the Pygmy Anglerfish dangerous to divers?
- The Pygmy Anglerfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pygmy Anglerfish get?
- The Pygmy Anglerfish grows to about 7.5 cm.