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The Broad-banded cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus kiensis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Apogonidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The cardinalfish is a cardinalfish (Apogonidae) from the northwestern Pacific. The species is small and has a translucent, silvery body with narrow dark lengthwise lines and large eyes. It occurs mainly in shallow waters and tide pools near reefs. Nocturnally it hunts small zooplankton and small invertebrates. The male broods the eggs in his mouth. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Broad-banded cardinalfish?
The Broad-banded cardinalfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Translucent with narrow dark longitudinal stripes; nocturnal, the male is a mouthbrooder.
Where does the Broad-banded cardinalfish live?
The Broad-banded cardinalfish lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Northwest Pacific; shallow waters and tide pools.
How big does the Broad-banded cardinalfish get?
The Broad-banded cardinalfish grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Broad-banded cardinalfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Broad-banded cardinalfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Broad-banded cardinalfish edible?
The Broad-banded cardinalfish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Ostorhinchus
More from the family Apogonidae
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