Beate's Coralbrotula
Diancistrus beateae
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–38 m
- Max size: 14.9 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small, secretive brotula that lives alone inside crevices in coral reefs, growing to about fifteen centimetres. It stays hidden in the reef framework and is seldom seen in the open. Cryptic by nature, it is easy to overlook even on a careful dive.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ophidiiformes › Dinematichthyidae › Diancistrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280523.
FAQ
- How deep does the Beate's Coralbrotula live?
- The Beate's Coralbrotula (Diancistrus beateae) is typically found at 0–38 m.
- Is the Beate's Coralbrotula dangerous to divers?
- The Beate's Coralbrotula is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Beate's Coralbrotula get?
- The Beate's Coralbrotula grows to about 14.9 cm.