The Bridle cardinalfish (Apogon aurolineatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Apogonidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The bridle cardinalfish is a small cardinalfish from the western Atlantic and Caribbean. The species reaches only about 7 cm and has a reddish to translucent body with fine golden lines and large eyes. As a nocturnal reef fish it shelters by day in crevices and under ledges and hunts small zooplankton at night. Like other cardinalfishes the male broods the eggs in its mouth. The fish is harmless to humans. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bridle cardinalfish?
The Bridle cardinalfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Bridle cardinalfish live?
The Bridle cardinalfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Bridle cardinalfish get?
The Bridle cardinalfish grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Bridle cardinalfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Bridle cardinalfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Bridle cardinalfish edible?
The Bridle cardinalfish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Apogon
More from the family Apogonidae
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