Fishing for Ring-tailed cardinalfish

Ostorhinchus aureus

The ring-tailed cardinalfish is a small, vibrant marine fish, typically measuring 3-4 inches and weighing up to 0.1 pounds. It features a distinctive ring pattern near its tail. Inhabiting coral reefs, it feeds on plankton and small invertebrates. Known for its nocturnal behavior, it forms small schools, seeking shelter among coral branches during the day. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Ring-tailed cardinalfish

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