Silvermouth Siphonfish
Jaydia argyrogaster
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 18–86 m
- Max size: 6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small cardinalfish relative of the continental shelf, the silvermouth siphonfish lives over sand and rubble among rocks, sea fans and sponges. It reaches only about six centimetres and has been recorded down to around eighty six metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Apogoniformes › Apogonidae › Jaydia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 712638.
FAQ
- How deep does the Silvermouth Siphonfish live?
- The Silvermouth Siphonfish (Jaydia argyrogaster) is typically found at 18–86 m.
- Is the Silvermouth Siphonfish dangerous to divers?
- The Silvermouth Siphonfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Silvermouth Siphonfish get?
- The Silvermouth Siphonfish grows to about 6 cm.