Barred Soapfish
Diploprion bifasciatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–100 m
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
A soapfish of coastal and reef habitats, often in silty water near caves and crevices, it swallows surprisingly large fish whole through hugely expandable jaws. When threatened it releases a bitter toxin from its skin that fouls the water and deters predators.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Liopropomatidae › Diploprion
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 401375.
FAQ
- How deep does the Barred Soapfish live?
- The Barred Soapfish (Diploprion bifasciatus) is typically found at 1–100 m.
- Is the Barred Soapfish dangerous to divers?
- The Barred Soapfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Barred Soapfish get?
- The Barred Soapfish grows to about 25 cm.