Red Viviparous Brotula
Diancistrus erythraeus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–15 m
- Max size: 7 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A secretive little brotula that lives alone in the crevices of coral reefs down to about fifteen metres. Cryptic and rarely seen, it gives birth to live young rather than scattering eggs.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ophidiiformes › Dinematichthyidae › Diancistrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280526.
FAQ
- How deep does the Red Viviparous Brotula live?
- The Red Viviparous Brotula (Diancistrus erythraeus) is typically found at 0–15 m.
- Is the Red Viviparous Brotula dangerous to divers?
- The Red Viviparous Brotula is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Red Viviparous Brotula get?
- The Red Viviparous Brotula grows to about 7 cm.