The Smallscale rover (Erythrocles acarina) is a saltwater fish of the family Emmelichthyidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The Smallscale rover is a rover or bonnetmouth (Emmelichthyidae) from coastal and open water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 40 cm and has an elongate, streamlined, silvery to reddish body with large eyes and a far-protrusible mouth. As a fast, schooling plankton feeder it swims in the open water column above deeper reefs and filters small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Smallscale rover?
The Smallscale rover has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Smallscale rover live?
The Smallscale rover lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Smallscale rover get?
The Smallscale rover grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Smallscale rover dangerous to humans?
No, the Smallscale rover is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Erythrocles
More from the family Emmelichthyidae
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