Springer's Coralbrotula
Diancistrus springeri
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 8–20 m
- Max size: 4.2 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small coralbrotula that lives alone and cryptic in coral reef crevices between about eight and twenty metres. It reaches only about four centimetres and spends most of its time wedged out of sight in the reef framework.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ophidiiformes › Dinematichthyidae › Diancistrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280543.
FAQ
- How deep does the Springer's Coralbrotula live?
- The Springer's Coralbrotula (Diancistrus springeri) is typically found at 8–20 m.
- Is the Springer's Coralbrotula dangerous to divers?
- The Springer's Coralbrotula is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Springer's Coralbrotula get?
- The Springer's Coralbrotula grows to about 4.2 cm.