Dusky Velvetfish
Aploactis aspera
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–10 m
- Max size: 10 cm
- For divers: safe
A tiny velvetfish of shallow sandy and muddy bottoms, it is covered in a rough, velvety skin and lurks unseen near the shore. Unlike many of its kin it carries no venom.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Aploactinidae › Aploactis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279646.
FAQ
- How deep does the Dusky Velvetfish live?
- The Dusky Velvetfish (Aploactis aspera) is typically found at 1–10 m.
- Is the Dusky Velvetfish dangerous to divers?
- The Dusky Velvetfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Dusky Velvetfish get?
- The Dusky Velvetfish grows to about 10 cm.