Wasp-Spine Velvetfish
Acanthosphex leurynnis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 5–60 m
- Max size: 3.1 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tiny velvetfish only about three centimetres long, it tucks into crevices on rocky and coral rubble bottoms and among coralline algae. Its soft, scaleless skin and cryptic habits keep it well hidden.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Aploactinidae › Acanthosphex
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279482.
FAQ
- How deep does the Wasp-Spine Velvetfish live?
- The Wasp-Spine Velvetfish (Acanthosphex leurynnis) is typically found at 5–60 m.
- Is the Wasp-Spine Velvetfish dangerous to divers?
- The Wasp-Spine Velvetfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Wasp-Spine Velvetfish get?
- The Wasp-Spine Velvetfish grows to about 3.1 cm.