Goldbelly Cardinalfish

Ostorhinchus apogonoides

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Max Depth

60 m

Ostorhinchus apogonoides is a species of cardinalfishes native to the Indian and Pacific Ocean.

Description

Dorsal spines (total): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 8. Reddish dorsally, yellowish ventrally. Body depth lower than A. aureus and no wide black band on caudal peduncle. Juveniles are pale with short blue lines on snout. Adults are to deep golden with blue spots in three rows on mid-lateral surface of body.

Distribution

Indo-West Pacific: Red Sea, East Africa to the Philippines, north to Miyakejima, Japan and Taiwan, south to northern Australia and Society Islands.

Habitat

Inhabits rocky cliffs. Also in sheltered coastal to outer reefs from shallow flats to over 50 m depth. Usually in pairs, small aggregations, or occasionally schooling. Occurrence is rather rare. Feeds on zooplankons and invertebrates.

Colors

black

yellow

blue

red

Habitat and Environment

Coral reef

Conservation status

(LC) Least concern

Poisonous

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Danger to human

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Similar Species

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Goldbelly Cardinalfish dangerous?

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

Where can you find Goldbelly Cardinalfish?

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How deep does Goldbelly Cardinalfish live?

Goldbelly Cardinalfish can be found at depths of up to 60 meters.