The Orange-lined wormfish (Gunnellichthys viridescens) is a saltwater fish of the family Microdesmidae that grows up to 12 cm.
Description
The orange-lined wormfish is a slender wormfish (Microdesmidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 12 cm and has a strongly elongate, pale body with an orange longitudinal line and a long, low dorsal fin. It hovers just above sand and rubble bottoms near reefs and darts into a burrow at lightning speed when threatened; it eats small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Orange-lined wormfish?
The Orange-lined wormfish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly white and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Orange-lined wormfish live?
The Orange-lined wormfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Orange-lined wormfish get?
The Orange-lined wormfish grows to a maximum of about 12 cm.
Is the Orange-lined wormfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Orange-lined wormfish is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Gunnellichthys
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