Giant Kelpfish
Heterostichus rostratus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–40 m
- Max size: 61 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Built to vanish into the kelp, the giant kelpfish is a slender, leaf shaped fish that drifts among rocks and large seaweeds and can shift its colour to match the fronds around it. Adults live alone while young form schools, and the male guards the eggs the female glues to the weed.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Clinidae › Heterostichus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 281075.
FAQ
- How deep does the Giant Kelpfish live?
- The Giant Kelpfish (Heterostichus rostratus) is typically found at 0–40 m.
- Is the Giant Kelpfish dangerous to divers?
- The Giant Kelpfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Giant Kelpfish get?
- The Giant Kelpfish grows to about 61 cm.