The Reef-flat cardinalfish (Apogonichthyoides taeniatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Apogonidae that grows up to 17 cm.
Description
The reef-flat cardinalfish is a cardinalfish from the Indo-West Pacific, including the Red Sea. The species grows to about 17 cm and has a fairly deep, brownish body with dark cross-bars and a conspicuous spot on the tail base. As a nocturnal reef fish it shelters by day among coral and seagrass and hunts small crustaceans and fish at night. 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 Reef-flat cardinalfish?
The Reef-flat cardinalfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Reef-flat cardinalfish live?
The Reef-flat cardinalfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Reef-flat cardinalfish get?
The Reef-flat cardinalfish grows to a maximum of about 17 cm.
Is the Reef-flat cardinalfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Reef-flat cardinalfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Reef-flat cardinalfish edible?
The Reef-flat cardinalfish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Apogonichthyoides
More from the family Apogonidae
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