Girdled Cardinalfish

Archamia zosterophora

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Max Depth

40 m

Taeniamia zosterophora is a species of cardinalfish native to the western Pacific Ocean from Indonesia to Vanuatu and from the Ryukyus to Australia.

Description

This species can reach a length of 8 centimetres. The Girdled Cardinalfish is semi-transparent with a pinkish to greyish base colour. It has two thin orange lines on the head and a broad black bar below the second dorsal fin. There is a small black spot on the caudal peduncle.

Distribution

Western Pacific: from Indonesia to Vanuatu, north to the Ryukyu Islands, south to Australia.

Habitat

This species can be found on reefs in protected bays and lagoons, occurring in dense schools around and among the branches of various species of branching corals, notably Porites cylindrica and species of Acropora and over sandy patches. It is found at depths of from 1 to 40 metres. It occasionally makes its way into the aquarium trade.

Colors

transparent

white

black

grey

yellow

orange

blue

Habitat and Environment

Coral reef

Social Behaviour

Group

Conservation status

(LC) Least concern

Poisonous

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Danger to human

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Venomous

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Similar Species

Banda Cardinalfish Banggai Cardinalfish Blackstriped Cardinalfish Blue-eye Cardinalfish Duskytail Cardinalfish Fiveline Cardinalfish

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Girdled Cardinalfish dangerous?

Girdled Cardinalfish is classified as: No, No, No. Always exercise caution and keep a safe distance.

Where can you find Girdled Cardinalfish?

Malaysia East Taiwan Australia North Komodo Island Vanuatu +22 more in Seabook

How deep does Girdled Cardinalfish live?

Girdled Cardinalfish can be found at depths of up to 40 meters.