Spotty
Notolabrus celidotus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 22–145 m
- Max size: 23.9 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A familiar fish on shallow New Zealand reefs, the spotty can drop as deep as a hundred and forty five metres. It rakes small bottom creatures loose with its jutting front teeth.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Notolabrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 281786.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spotty live?
- The Spotty (Notolabrus celidotus) is typically found at 22–145 m.
- Is the Spotty dangerous to divers?
- The Spotty is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Spotty get?
- The Spotty grows to about 23.9 cm.