Gold-Spotted Dottyback
Pseudochromis chrysospilus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 3–11 m
- Max size: 5.6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small dottyback from the reefs around Socotra, it favours harsh upwelling swept habitats of rock, sparse coral and sponge. It reaches only about six centimetres and keeps close to cover.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pseudochromidae › Pseudochromis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 712613.
FAQ
- How deep does the Gold-Spotted Dottyback live?
- The Gold-Spotted Dottyback (Pseudochromis chrysospilus) is typically found at 3–11 m.
- Is the Gold-Spotted Dottyback dangerous to divers?
- The Gold-Spotted Dottyback is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Gold-Spotted Dottyback get?
- The Gold-Spotted Dottyback grows to about 5.6 cm.