The Iridescent cardinalfish (Pristiapogon kallopterus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Apogonidae that grows up to 16 cm.
Description
The iridescent cardinalfish is a reef fish (family Apogonidae) of the Indo-Pacific. The species reaches about 15 cm and has a stocky, brownish body with an iridescent sheen, a dark lateral stripe and a spot on the caudal peduncle. It inhabits clear lagoon and seaward reefs, from the lower surge zone to about 45 m depth, and is usually solitary. By day it shelters; at night it hunts small benthic and free-swimming invertebrates. Like other cardinalfish the male broods the eggs in its mouth. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Iridescent cardinalfish?
The Iridescent cardinalfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Iridescent cardinalfish live?
The Iridescent cardinalfish lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Iridescent cardinalfish get?
The Iridescent cardinalfish grows to a maximum of about 16 cm.
Is the Iridescent cardinalfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Iridescent cardinalfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Iridescent cardinalfish edible?
The Iridescent cardinalfish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Pristiapogon
More from the family Apogonidae
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