Magenta Dottyback
Pictichromis porphyrea
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–65 m
- Max size: 6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A jet of magenta against the reef, this small dottyback hovers over coral and rubble along steep outer slopes and channel walls. It lives alone or in loose scattered groups at the foot of dropoffs and grows no longer than your thumb.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pseudochromidae › Pictichromis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 398495.
FAQ
- How deep does the Magenta Dottyback live?
- The Magenta Dottyback (Pictichromis porphyrea) is typically found at 0–65 m.
- Is the Magenta Dottyback dangerous to divers?
- The Magenta Dottyback is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Magenta Dottyback get?
- The Magenta Dottyback grows to about 6 cm.