The Highcrest triplefin (Enneapterygius pusillus) is a saltwater fish of the family Tripterygiidae that grows up to 3 cm.
Description
The Highcrest triplefin is a small triplefin (Tripterygiidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 3 cm and has an elongate body with three separate dorsal fins; courting males often colour the head dark. As a bottom-dweller it perches on rocks and coral rubble of shallow reefs and picks small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Highcrest triplefin?
The Highcrest triplefin has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Highcrest triplefin live?
The Highcrest triplefin lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Highcrest triplefin get?
The Highcrest triplefin grows to a maximum of about 3 cm.
Is the Highcrest triplefin dangerous to humans?
No, the Highcrest triplefin is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Enneapterygius
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