Hawaiian Morwong
Goniistius vittatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–66 m
- Max size: 41 cm
- For divers: safe
A striped morwong of seaward reefs around Hawaii, this fish rests on the bottom and sifts a wide range of small invertebrates from the substrate, from crabs and shrimps to worms, urchins and tiny foraminiferans. It reaches about 41 centimetres and is considered uncommon. Like other morwongs it props itself on thickened lower fin rays.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Centrarchiformes › Cheilodactylidae › Goniistius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280921.
FAQ
- How deep does the Hawaiian Morwong live?
- The Hawaiian Morwong (Goniistius vittatus) is typically found at 1–66 m.
- Is the Hawaiian Morwong dangerous to divers?
- The Hawaiian Morwong is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Hawaiian Morwong get?
- The Hawaiian Morwong grows to about 41 cm.