Komodo Cardinalfish
Ostorhinchus komodoensis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–12 m
- Max size: 10 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
A cardinalfish of sheltered coral rich reefs, the Komodo cardinalfish gathers in large groups close above dense branching coral. It rises into the current to feed on drifting zooplankton, then settles back near the bottom.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Apogoniformes › Apogonidae › Ostorhinchus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 712666.
FAQ
- How deep does the Komodo Cardinalfish live?
- The Komodo Cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus komodoensis) is typically found at 10–12 m.
- Is the Komodo Cardinalfish dangerous to divers?
- The Komodo Cardinalfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Komodo Cardinalfish get?
- The Komodo Cardinalfish grows to about 10 cm.