Spinyhead Cardinalfish
Apogon Kallopterus
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameApogon Kallopterus
Other namesIridescent Cardinalfish, Kallopterus Cardinalfish, Spinyhead Cardinal
SizeUp to 15.5 cm (6 in)
Weight5 - 10 g (.01 - .02 lb)
FamilyCardinalfish / Apogonidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters, lagoons, bays, inlets & seaward reefs
