Fin's Fish Guide
The Manyband cardinalfish (Apogonichthyoides brevicaudatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Apogonidae that grows up to 20 cm.
Description
The Manyband cardinalfish is a cardinalfish (Apogonidae) from the Indo-West Pacific, often on turbid coastal reefs. The species grows to about 19 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 Manyband cardinalfish?
The Manyband cardinalfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Manyband cardinalfish live?
The Manyband cardinalfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Oceania: Australia, Indonesia
How big does the Manyband cardinalfish get?
The Manyband cardinalfish grows to a maximum of about 20 cm.
Is the Manyband cardinalfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Manyband 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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