Striped Cardinalfish [Apogon quadrifasciatus]
Description
This tropical species is native to the western Pacific Ocean. It is characterized by its striped pattern and distinctive dorsal fin. The Striped Cardinalfish usually inhabits coral reefs and is known for its nocturnal behavior.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Perciformes
Perciformes
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| Family |
Cardinalfishes
Apogonidae
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| Genus |
Glossy Cardinalfish
Glossamia
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