Fin's Fish Guide
The Coral cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus properuptus) is a saltwater fish of the family Apogonidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Oceania: Australia, Fiji, Indonesia, Japan, New Caledonia, Papua New Guinea and others
Description
The Coral cardinalfish is a cardinalfish (Apogonidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a stocky body with large eyes and two separate dorsal fins. The body bears fine blue-white longitudinal lines. As a nocturnal reef fish it shelters by day in crevices and under overhanging coral and hunts small zooplankton at night. The male broods the eggs in his mouth. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Coral cardinalfish?
The Coral cardinalfish has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Coral cardinalfish live?
The Coral cardinalfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Oceania: Australia, Fiji, Indonesia, Japan, New Caledonia, Papua New Guinea and others
How big does the Coral cardinalfish get?
The Coral cardinalfish grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Coral cardinalfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Coral 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 Ostorhinchus
More from the family Apogonidae
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