North-West Hardyhead
Craterocephalus capreoli
- Group: Other
- Max size: 8.5 cm
- For divers: safe
An estuary and coastal hardyhead that tolerates very high salinities, the north west hardyhead schools alongside several close relatives in shallow water. Little else is recorded of its life, though larger commercial fish likely take it as prey.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Atheriniformes › Atherinidae › Craterocephalus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280415.
FAQ
- Is the North-West Hardyhead dangerous to divers?
- The North-West Hardyhead is harmless to divers.
- How big does the North-West Hardyhead get?
- The North-West Hardyhead grows to about 8.5 cm.