Zippered Dottyback

Pseudochromis jace

Zippered Dottyback

This dottyback lives on deep rubble slopes between about 38 and 52 metres, keeping to isolated rock and coral outcrops on otherwise bare sand. It is found alone or in pairs and reaches only around six centimetres.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pseudochromidae › Pseudochromis

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 398496.

FAQ

How deep does the Zippered Dottyback live?
The Zippered Dottyback (Pseudochromis jace) is typically found at 38–52 m.
Is the Zippered Dottyback dangerous to divers?
The Zippered Dottyback is harmless to divers.
How big does the Zippered Dottyback get?
The Zippered Dottyback grows to about 6.3 cm.