Three-Striped Whiptail
Pentapodus trivittatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 2–30 m
- Max size: 28 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A slender silvery whiptail of clear coastal and outer reefs, it gathers in loose groups over sandy rubble near coral. It hunts small fishes, crustaceans and worms through the day.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Nemipteridae › Pentapodus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282211.
FAQ
- How deep does the Three-Striped Whiptail live?
- The Three-Striped Whiptail (Pentapodus trivittatus) is typically found at 2–30 m.
- Is the Three-Striped Whiptail dangerous to divers?
- The Three-Striped Whiptail is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Three-Striped Whiptail get?
- The Three-Striped Whiptail grows to about 28 cm.