Dusky Crawler

Sticharium clarkae

Dusky Crawler

A small weedfish of sheltered sandy bays, the dusky crawler keeps to shallow coastal outcrops between roughly 5 and 10 metres. It is a slim, cryptic fish reaching only about 8 centimetres, well suited to threading through weed and rock. It is harmless to divers.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Blenniiformes › Clinidae › Sticharium

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282890.

FAQ

How deep does the Dusky Crawler live?
The Dusky Crawler (Sticharium clarkae) is typically found at 5–10 m.
Is the Dusky Crawler dangerous to divers?
The Dusky Crawler is harmless to divers.
How big does the Dusky Crawler get?
The Dusky Crawler grows to about 8 cm.