Royal Dottyback
Pictichromis paccagnellae
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–50 m
- Max size: 7 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Split sharply into magenta in front and yellow behind, the royal dottyback hovers close to coral and rubble on shallow and outer reef drop offs. It stays small at about seven centimetres and keeps to itself or drifts in loose scattered groups.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pseudochromidae › Pictichromis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 398494.
FAQ
- How deep does the Royal Dottyback live?
- The Royal Dottyback (Pictichromis paccagnellae) is typically found at 0–50 m.
- Is the Royal Dottyback dangerous to divers?
- The Royal Dottyback is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Royal Dottyback get?
- The Royal Dottyback grows to about 7 cm.