The Cardinalfish (Sphaeramia nematoptera) is a saltwater fish of the family Apogonidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The pajama cardinalfish is a cardinalfish (Apogonidae) from the western Pacific. The species is conspicuously marked: a yellowish head, a broad dark band across the middle and a rear body with red spots, with large eyes. By day it forms groups among the branches of branching coral in sheltered lagoons. Nocturnally it hunts small zooplankton. The male broods the eggs in his mouth. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Cardinalfish?
The Cardinalfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly yellow-gold and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Cardinalfish live?
The Cardinalfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Cardinalfish get?
The Cardinalfish grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Cardinalfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Cardinalfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Cardinalfish edible?
The Cardinalfish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Sphaeramia
More from the family Apogonidae
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