Ninespine Batfish
Zabidius novemaculeatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–40 m
- Max size: 45 cm
- For divers: safe
A deep bodied batfish of coastal reefs, the ninespine batfish often hangs over silty sand flats in the ten to forty metre range. Adults reach about forty five centimetres and carry the tall, sail like fins of their family.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Ephippidae › Zabidius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 283201.
FAQ
- How deep does the Ninespine Batfish live?
- The Ninespine Batfish (Zabidius novemaculeatus) is typically found at 10–40 m.
- Is the Ninespine Batfish dangerous to divers?
- The Ninespine Batfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Ninespine Batfish get?
- The Ninespine Batfish grows to about 45 cm.