Capricorn Cardinalfish

Similar to the Plain Cardinalfish (Apogon apogonides) and the Ring-tail Cardinalfish (Apogon aureus), but the Capricorn Cardinalfish displays a distinct black spot on the caudal peduncle. It is dusky to golden yellow bodied, (usually brighter on the sides and below) and has two bright blue lines running from the snout through the eye which ending just after. Found generally along coastal reefs and offshore in pairs and small groups.

Size: 10cm (Maximum)

Diet: Small shrimp, bloodworms, plants, plankton