The Amboina cardinalfish is a small, nocturnal marine fish, typically reaching up to 3 inches in length and weighing around 0.1 pounds. It features a slender, silver body with distinct vertical stripes. Inhabiting shallow coral reefs and lagoons, it primarily feeds on zooplankton. Known for its peaceful demeanor, it often forms small schools for protection. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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