Fin's Fish Guide
The Cardinal fish (Jaydia lineata) is a saltwater fish of the family Apogonidae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
The Indian perch is a cardinalfish (Apogonidae) from the northwestern Pacific. The species is small, has large eyes and a silvery body with fine dark lengthwise stripes. It is abundant on sand and mud bottoms, from coastal inlets to deeper water. Nocturnally it hunts small zooplankton and small bottom invertebrates. The male broods the eggs in his mouth. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Cardinal fish?
The Cardinal fish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Fine dark longitudinal stripes and large eyes; nocturnal, the male is a mouthbrooder.
Where does the Cardinal fish live?
The Cardinal fish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Northwest Pacific; sandy and muddy bottoms.
How big does the Cardinal fish get?
The Cardinal fish grows to a maximum of about 15 cm.
Is the Cardinal fish dangerous to humans?
No, the Cardinal fish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Cardinal fish edible?
The Cardinal fish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Jaydia
More from the family Apogonidae
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