The Branch cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus cladophilos) is a saltwater fish of the family Apogonidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The Branch cardinalfish is a cardinalfish (Apogonidae) from shallow reef water of the western Pacific. The species grows to about 9 cm and has a stocky, red-brown with fine markings body with large eyes and two dorsal fins. As a nocturnal fish it shelters by day among coral and in crevices and hunts small zooplankton and small crustaceans by night. The male broods the eggs in his mouth. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Branch cardinalfish?
The Branch cardinalfish has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Branch cardinalfish live?
The Branch cardinalfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Branch cardinalfish get?
The Branch cardinalfish grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Branch cardinalfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Branch cardinalfish is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Ostorhinchus
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