Gold-Specs Jawfish
Opistognathus randalli
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 5–32 m
- Max size: 10.4 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This jawfish digs a burrow in sand and rubble near reefs and guards it fiercely. Rival males grapple jaw to jaw, mouths locked, trying to evict each other and seize the better hole. It reaches about 10 centimetres and rarely strays far from its shaft.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Ovalentaria incertae sedis › Opistognathidae › Opistognathus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 712628.
FAQ
- How deep does the Gold-Specs Jawfish live?
- The Gold-Specs Jawfish (Opistognathus randalli) is typically found at 5–32 m.
- Is the Gold-Specs Jawfish dangerous to divers?
- The Gold-Specs Jawfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Gold-Specs Jawfish get?
- The Gold-Specs Jawfish grows to about 10.4 cm.