Charlene's Anthias
Pseudanthias charleneae
- Group: Anthias
- Typical depth: 40–56 m
- Max size: 7.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Divers seldom see Charlene's anthias because it lives deep, between about 40 and 56 metres on steep rubble slopes thick with sea fans. The first known specimen was found among about six smaller females, and the species forms aggregations in the gloom.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Anthiadidae › Pseudanthias
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 398483.
FAQ
- How deep does the Charlene's Anthias live?
- The Charlene's Anthias (Pseudanthias charleneae) is typically found at 40–56 m.
- Is the Charlene's Anthias dangerous to divers?
- The Charlene's Anthias is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Charlene's Anthias get?
- The Charlene's Anthias grows to about 7.5 cm.