New Caledonian Triplefin
Helcogramma novaecaledoniae
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 2–38 m
- Max size: 4.2 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A triplefin of about four centimetres, it lives on outer slopes and reef flats down to around 38 metres. It lays hemispherical eggs threaded with sticky filaments that hold them in algae at the nest, while the larvae drift in shallow nearshore water.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Tripterygiidae › Helcogramma
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279245.
FAQ
- How deep does the New Caledonian Triplefin live?
- The New Caledonian Triplefin (Helcogramma novaecaledoniae) is typically found at 2–38 m.
- Is the New Caledonian Triplefin dangerous to divers?
- The New Caledonian Triplefin is harmless to divers.
- How big does the New Caledonian Triplefin get?
- The New Caledonian Triplefin grows to about 4.2 cm.