Fishing for White-jawed cardinalfish

Pseudamia amblyuroptera

The White-jawed cardinalfish is a small marine fish characterized by its elongated body and distinctive white jaw. Typically reaching up to 4 inches in length and weighing around 0.1 pounds, it inhabits coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific region. This nocturnal species feeds on small invertebrates and plankton, often forming small groups for protection during nighttime foraging. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase