Saddle Stargazer
Platygillellus rubrocinctus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–30 m
- Max size: 6.4 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tiny stargazer of sand and rubble around coral reef and exposed rock, it partly buries itself and waits with only its eyes showing. The reddish brown bands down its sides break up its outline against the grains, hiding it from prey and predators alike.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Dactyloscopidae › Platygillellus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282275.
FAQ
- How deep does the Saddle Stargazer live?
- The Saddle Stargazer (Platygillellus rubrocinctus) is typically found at 0–30 m.
- Is the Saddle Stargazer dangerous to divers?
- The Saddle Stargazer is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Saddle Stargazer get?
- The Saddle Stargazer grows to about 6.4 cm.