Smooth Razorfish
Centriscus cristatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–10 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
The largest of the shrimpfishes, the razorfish swims head down in a perfectly upright posture, its thin, see through body edged like a blade. It drifts through seagrass beds in small groups, sometimes hanging among the spines of sea urchins for cover.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Syngnathiformes › Centriscidae › Centriscus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 367200.
FAQ
- How deep does the Smooth Razorfish live?
- The Smooth Razorfish (Centriscus cristatus) is typically found at 0–10 m.
- Is the Smooth Razorfish dangerous to divers?
- The Smooth Razorfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Smooth Razorfish get?
- The Smooth Razorfish grows to about 30 cm.