Puerto Rico Coralbrotula
Ogilbichthys puertoricoensis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–1 m
- Max size: 3.4 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
Known from just a single male specimen taken over sand and rock crusted with calcareous algae, this small brotula remains almost a mystery. It was found away from coral reefs in barely a metre of water, and scientists still list it as data deficient.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ophidiiformes › Dinematichthyidae › Ogilbichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 281865.
FAQ
- How deep does the Puerto Rico Coralbrotula live?
- The Puerto Rico Coralbrotula (Ogilbichthys puertoricoensis) is typically found at 0–1 m.
- Is the Puerto Rico Coralbrotula dangerous to divers?
- The Puerto Rico Coralbrotula is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Puerto Rico Coralbrotula get?
- The Puerto Rico Coralbrotula grows to about 3.4 cm.