The southern cardinalfish is a small marine fish distinguished by its deep, laterally compressed body and vivid red coloration. Found in the coastal waters and rocky reefs of southern Australia, it typically grows to about 4-6 inches in length. It is nocturnal, often hiding in crevices during the day, and feeds on small invertebrates and plankton at night.
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