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The Conchfish (Astrapogon stellatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Apogonidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The conchfish is a small nocturnal fish of the cardinalfish family (Apogonidae) from the western Atlantic and Caribbean. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a dark, red-brown body with large eyes and long pelvic fins. It prefers clear waters of oceanic islands and is famous for its way of life: by day it shelters in the mantle cavity of a living large sea snail (especially the queen conch), where it finds protection. At night it emerges to hunt small zooplankton and small invertebrates. Owing to limited data the species is assessed as Data Deficient (DD). It is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Conchfish?
The Conchfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Shelters during the day in the mantle cavity of a living large sea snail (conch); data deficient (DD).
Where does the Conchfish live?
The Conchfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Western Atlantic and Caribbean; clear waters of oceanic islands.
How big does the Conchfish get?
The Conchfish grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Conchfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Conchfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Conchfish edible?
The Conchfish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Astrapogon
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