The Bleeker's cardinalfish (Archamia bleekeri) is a saltwater fish of the family Apogonidae that grows up to 13 cm.
Description
The Bleeker's cardinalfish is a cardinalfish (Apogonidae) from reef water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a stocky, pink with narrow dark crossbars body with large eyes and two dorsal fins. As a nocturnal fish it shelters by day in crevices and among coral 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 Bleeker's cardinalfish?
The Bleeker's cardinalfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly pink-purple.
Where does the Bleeker's cardinalfish live?
The Bleeker's cardinalfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Bleeker's cardinalfish get?
The Bleeker's cardinalfish grows to a maximum of about 13 cm.
Is the Bleeker's cardinalfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Bleeker's cardinalfish is harmless to humans.
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