The Barred cardinalfish (Apogon binotatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Apogonidae that grows up to 13 cm.
Description
The barred cardinalfish is a small reef fish (family Apogonidae) of the western Atlantic and Caribbean. The species reaches about 13 cm and has a stocky, reddish body with two dark bars. It is ubiquitous, from gravel pits and rock ledges at the sea's edge to clear-water reefs, and hides by day in cracks and crevices. At night it hunts small zooplankton and small invertebrates. Like other cardinalfish the male broods the eggs in its mouth. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Barred cardinalfish?
The Barred cardinalfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Barred cardinalfish live?
The Barred cardinalfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Barred cardinalfish get?
The Barred cardinalfish grows to a maximum of about 13 cm.
Is the Barred cardinalfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Barred cardinalfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Barred cardinalfish edible?
The Barred cardinalfish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Apogon
More from the family Apogonidae
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