Northwest Australian Whiptail
Pentapodus porosus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 5–50 m
- Max size: 27 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A whiptail of offshore reef edges, it drifts alone or in small groups close to the bottom in waters between about 5 and 50 metres. The slender tail filaments that give the family its name trail behind as it cruises the sand and rubble.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Nemipteridae › Pentapodus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282209.
FAQ
- How deep does the Northwest Australian Whiptail live?
- The Northwest Australian Whiptail (Pentapodus porosus) is typically found at 5–50 m.
- Is the Northwest Australian Whiptail dangerous to divers?
- The Northwest Australian Whiptail is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Northwest Australian Whiptail get?
- The Northwest Australian Whiptail grows to about 27 cm.