Twinbar Cardinalfish
Apogonichthyoides sialis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 8–15 m
- Max size: 14 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small cardinalfish of silty coastal reefs, it shelters around rocks and ledges between 8 and 15 metres, alone or in small groups. Like other cardinalfishes the male broods the eggs in his mouth until they hatch.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Apogoniformes › Apogonidae › Apogonichthyoides
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 475104.
FAQ
- How deep does the Twinbar Cardinalfish live?
- The Twinbar Cardinalfish (Apogonichthyoides sialis) is typically found at 8–15 m.
- Is the Twinbar Cardinalfish dangerous to divers?
- The Twinbar Cardinalfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Twinbar Cardinalfish get?
- The Twinbar Cardinalfish grows to about 14 cm.