Socotra Dottyback
Pseudochromis socotraensis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 3–29 m
- Max size: 3.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tiny dottyback of the reefs around Socotra, it shelters among living corals such as Acropora, Porites and the stinging fire coral Millepora. It reaches only about three centimetres and darts back into cover at any disturbance.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Pseudochromidae › Pseudochromis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 712618.
FAQ
- How deep does the Socotra Dottyback live?
- The Socotra Dottyback (Pseudochromis socotraensis) is typically found at 3–29 m.
- Is the Socotra Dottyback dangerous to divers?
- The Socotra Dottyback is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Socotra Dottyback get?
- The Socotra Dottyback grows to about 3.5 cm.