Ocellated Dragonet
Neosynchiropus ocellatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–30 m
- Max size: 8.9 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small dragonet of sandy reef flats and rubble, the ocellated dragonet works the bottom for tiny invertebrates. It keeps to shallow lagoon and seaward reefs, tide pools and algal turf, often in small loose groups.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Callionymiformes › Callionymidae › Neosynchiropus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 315019.
FAQ
- How deep does the Ocellated Dragonet live?
- The Ocellated Dragonet (Neosynchiropus ocellatus) is typically found at 1–30 m.
- Is the Ocellated Dragonet dangerous to divers?
- The Ocellated Dragonet is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Ocellated Dragonet get?
- The Ocellated Dragonet grows to about 8.9 cm.