The Pinkbelly siphonfish (Siphamia roseigaster) is a saltwater fish of the family Apogonidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The Pinkbelly siphonfish is a small light cardinalfish (Apogonidae) from shallow reef water of the waters around Australia. The species grows to about 4 cm and has a stocky, semi-translucent body and carries luminous bacteria in the belly that give a soft glow. As a shy, nocturnal fish it shelters by day among the spines of sea urchins and in coral crevices and hunts small zooplankton at night. The male broods the eggs in his mouth. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Pinkbelly siphonfish?
The Pinkbelly siphonfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Pinkbelly siphonfish live?
The Pinkbelly siphonfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Pinkbelly siphonfish get?
The Pinkbelly siphonfish grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Pinkbelly siphonfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Pinkbelly siphonfish is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Siphamia
More from the family Apogonidae
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