High Cockscomb
Anoplarchus purpurescens
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–30 m
- Max size: 20 cm
- For divers: safe
The high cockscomb lurks under intertidal rocks and seaweed, where it can breathe air and survive out of water for the better part of a day if it stays moist. Green algae makes up much of its diet, rounded out with worms, crustaceans, and mollusks.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Stichaeidae › Anoplarchus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279633.
FAQ
- How deep does the High Cockscomb live?
- The High Cockscomb (Anoplarchus purpurescens) is typically found at 1–30 m.
- Is the High Cockscomb dangerous to divers?
- The High Cockscomb is harmless to divers.
- How big does the High Cockscomb get?
- The High Cockscomb grows to about 20 cm.