Fin's Fish Guide
The Spotted dragonet (Diplogrammus pauciradiatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Callionymidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
The spotted dragonet is a dragonet (Callionymidae) from the western Atlantic Ocean. The species is small and has a flattened head, a mottled brown body and skin flaps that camouflage it among vegetation. It inhabits shallow seagrass beds, where it lives close to the bottom. With its small mouth it picks small bottom invertebrates such as crustaceans and worms. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Spotted dragonet?
The Spotted dragonet has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Marbled, camouflaged body with skin flaps; small bottom-dwelling dragonet of seagrass beds.
Where does the Spotted dragonet live?
The Spotted dragonet lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Western Atlantic; shallow seagrass beds.
How big does the Spotted dragonet get?
The Spotted dragonet grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Spotted dragonet dangerous to humans?
No, the Spotted dragonet is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Spotted dragonet edible?
The Spotted dragonet is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Diplogrammus
More from the family Callionymidae
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