Blackspot Razorfish
Iniistius evides
- Group: Other
- Max size: 19 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The blackspot razorfish keeps to open sandy patches near shallow reefs at around five metres, its body flattened side to side like a blade. When night falls or danger appears it dives straight into the sand to sleep or hide.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Iniistius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 712761.
FAQ
- Is the Blackspot Razorfish dangerous to divers?
- The Blackspot Razorfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Blackspot Razorfish get?
- The Blackspot Razorfish grows to about 19 cm.