Blackfin Cardinalfish
Astrapogon puncticulatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–8 m
- Max size: 8 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This little cardinalfish often tucks itself inside an empty snail shell among the turtlegrass beds where it lives. It stays hidden by day and comes out to feed in the dark hours, and it grows no longer than your thumb.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Apogoniformes › Apogonidae › Astrapogon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279773.
FAQ
- How deep does the Blackfin Cardinalfish live?
- The Blackfin Cardinalfish (Astrapogon puncticulatus) is typically found at 0–8 m.
- Is the Blackfin Cardinalfish dangerous to divers?
- The Blackfin Cardinalfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Blackfin Cardinalfish get?
- The Blackfin Cardinalfish grows to about 8 cm.