Northern Blue Devil
Paraplesiops poweri
- Group: Other
- Max size: 8.3 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A handsome blue and spotted fish of inshore coral and rock reefs, the northern blue devil keeps close to cover on the bottom. The male guards the eggs until they hatch.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Plesiopidae › Paraplesiops
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282088.
FAQ
- Is the Northern Blue Devil dangerous to divers?
- The Northern Blue Devil is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Northern Blue Devil get?
- The Northern Blue Devil grows to about 8.3 cm.