Yellowhead Hulafish
Trachinops noarlungae
- Group: Other
- Max size: 15 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small reef fish of southern Australian waters, the yellowhead hulafish hovers near inshore reefs and feeds on crabs, small fishes and larvae. The male guards the eggs, and adults reach about 15 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Plesiopidae › Trachinops
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 283031.
FAQ
- Is the Yellowhead Hulafish dangerous to divers?
- The Yellowhead Hulafish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Yellowhead Hulafish get?
- The Yellowhead Hulafish grows to about 15 cm.