Bicoloured Dottyback
Pictichromis coralensis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 6–40 m
- Max size: 5.2 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small dottyback split sharply between two colours, it tucks into caves on coral and rock reefs along slopes and dropoffs. Barely 5 centimetres long, it stays close to cover, flicking out and back across the reef face.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pseudochromidae › Pictichromis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 398491.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bicoloured Dottyback live?
- The Bicoloured Dottyback (Pictichromis coralensis) is typically found at 6–40 m.
- Is the Bicoloured Dottyback dangerous to divers?
- The Bicoloured Dottyback is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Bicoloured Dottyback get?
- The Bicoloured Dottyback grows to about 5.2 cm.