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The Blackfinned cardinalfish (Apogonichthyoides nigripinnis) is a saltwater fish of the family Apogonidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Asia: Australia, Bahrain, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Cyprus, Hong Kong, Indonesia and others
Description
The Blackfinned cardinalfish is a cardinalfish (Apogonidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a stocky body with large eyes and two separate dorsal fins. As a nocturnal reef fish it shelters by day in crevices and under overhanging coral and hunts small zooplankton and bottom life at night. The male broods the eggs in his mouth. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blackfinned cardinalfish?
The Blackfinned cardinalfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly black.
Where does the Blackfinned cardinalfish live?
The Blackfinned cardinalfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Asia: Australia, Bahrain, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Cyprus, Hong Kong, Indonesia and others
How big does the Blackfinned cardinalfish get?
The Blackfinned cardinalfish grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Blackfinned cardinalfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Blackfinned cardinalfish is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Apogonichthyoides
More from the family Apogonidae
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