Fishing for Ocellated waspfish

Apistus carinatus

The ocellated waspfish is a small, cryptic marine fish known for its distinctive ocelli and spiny fins. It inhabits sandy and muddy bottoms in coastal waters, typically reaching up to 6 inches in length and weighing around 0.5 pounds. This ambush predator feeds on small crustaceans and fish, remaining motionless to blend into its surroundings. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Venomous

Source: Fishbase

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