Midnight Dottyback
Manonichthys paranox
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 18–40 m
- Max size: 8.6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A slim dottyback of inshore reefs, the midnight dottyback slips in and out of holes and coral on slopes and drop offs. Its dark body mimics the little angelfish Centropyge nox, which lets it move about the reef unbothered.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pseudochromidae › Manonichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 475081.
FAQ
- How deep does the Midnight Dottyback live?
- The Midnight Dottyback (Manonichthys paranox) is typically found at 18–40 m.
- Is the Midnight Dottyback dangerous to divers?
- The Midnight Dottyback is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Midnight Dottyback get?
- The Midnight Dottyback grows to about 8.6 cm.