Bigeye Cardinalfish

Nectamia bandanensis

Bigeye Cardinalfish

A nocturnal cardinalfish with oversized eyes that suit its night time foraging, resting by day on outer reef slopes generally below thirty metres. It is found alone or in small groups and reaches about ten centimetres.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Apogoniformes › Apogonidae › Nectamia

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 398504.

FAQ

How deep does the Bigeye Cardinalfish live?
The Bigeye Cardinalfish (Nectamia bandanensis) is typically found at 1–34 m.
Is the Bigeye Cardinalfish dangerous to divers?
The Bigeye Cardinalfish is harmless to divers.
How big does the Bigeye Cardinalfish get?
The Bigeye Cardinalfish grows to about 10 cm.