Thornfish
Bovichtus variegatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–40 m
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: safe
A small, well camouflaged fish of rocky shores, the thornfish hides by day in deep crevices and rockpools and comes out at night. Its mottled pattern lets it vanish against the rock.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Bovichtidae › Bovichtus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279377.
FAQ
- How deep does the Thornfish live?
- The Thornfish (Bovichtus variegatus) is typically found at 0–40 m.
- Is the Thornfish dangerous to divers?
- The Thornfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Thornfish get?
- The Thornfish grows to about 25 cm.