Evermann's Cardinalfish
Zapogon evermanni
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 5–70 m
- Max size: 15 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A nocturnal cardinalfish of outer reef slopes, it tucks into deep recesses of caves by day and famously swims upside down along the ceilings. It comes out alone or in pairs at night and grows to about 15 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Apogoniformes › Apogonidae › Zapogon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 712709.
FAQ
- How deep does the Evermann's Cardinalfish live?
- The Evermann's Cardinalfish (Zapogon evermanni) is typically found at 5–70 m.
- Is the Evermann's Cardinalfish dangerous to divers?
- The Evermann's Cardinalfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Evermann's Cardinalfish get?
- The Evermann's Cardinalfish grows to about 15 cm.