Bleeker's Viviparous Brotula
Beaglichthys bleekeri
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–5 m
- Max size: 7.2 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A cryptic little brotula of tidepools and shallow water, Bleeker's viviparous brotula stays under about 5 metres and hides among rock and rubble. True to its name it bears live young rather than scattering eggs. It reaches barely 7 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ophidiiformes › Dinematichthyidae › Beaglichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 398389.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bleeker's Viviparous Brotula live?
- The Bleeker's Viviparous Brotula (Beaglichthys bleekeri) is typically found at 0–5 m.
- Is the Bleeker's Viviparous Brotula dangerous to divers?
- The Bleeker's Viviparous Brotula is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Bleeker's Viviparous Brotula get?
- The Bleeker's Viviparous Brotula grows to about 7.2 cm.