Leaf Goblinfish
Neovespicula depressifrons
- Group: Other
- Max size: 10 cm
- For divers: dangerous
A small goblinfish of coastal waters, the leaf goblinfish carries venom glands at the base of some of its spines. It grows to about ten centimetres and turns up now and then in the aquarium trade rather than on any menu. Like other waspfishes it sways gently to pass for drifting debris.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Tetrarogidae › Neovespicula
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 281731.
FAQ
- Is the Leaf Goblinfish dangerous to divers?
- The Leaf Goblinfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Leaf Goblinfish get?
- The Leaf Goblinfish grows to about 10 cm.