The Twinspot cardinalfish (Taeniamia biguttata) is a saltwater fish of the family Apogonidae that grows up to 11 cm.
Description
The twinspot cardinalfish is a small reef fish (Apogonidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 11 cm and has a slender, reddish to translucent body with a conspicuous dark band across the chest and a spot on the tail base. As a nocturnal reef-dweller it shelters by day in groups near coral and in crevices and hunts small zooplankton and crustaceans at night. The male broods the eggs in its mouth. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Twinspot cardinalfish?
The Twinspot cardinalfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Twinspot cardinalfish live?
The Twinspot cardinalfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Twinspot cardinalfish get?
The Twinspot cardinalfish grows to a maximum of about 11 cm.
Is the Twinspot cardinalfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Twinspot cardinalfish is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Taeniamia
More from the family Apogonidae
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