Tasselled Anglerfish
Rhycherus Filamentosus
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Quick Facts
Distribution
Species Interaction
Aquarium & Reef
The Tasselled Anglerfish like most off its species is a ambush predator. They lay camouflaged on reefs or the seabed using a modified fin as bait to lure in prey. They are often sought-after by scuba divers, snorkelers and those with aquariums. Within Australia, the Tasselled Anglerfish is found in the southern parts of the country; South Australia & Victoria.
Scientific Classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Actinopterygii
Order: Lophiiformes
Family: Antennariidae
Genus: Rhycherus
Species: Rhycherus filamentosus
Conservation Status
There is little information on the conservation status of the Tasselled Anglerfish. This species has not been evaluated by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
Fish Taste Quality
Tasselled Anglerfish are a edible fish but not a targeted species for consumption.
Taste Rating: 0/5
How to catch
Tasselled Anglerfish
Catch Difficulty: Easy
Tackle: Running Sinker Rig
Bait: Lures, Prawns, Worms, Soft plastics, Live minnow
Technique: Keep bait close to the reef/structure
Popularity: Not targeted
Tasselled Anglerfish
As Aquarium Fish
Care Level: Moderate to difficult
Temperament: Aggressive
Diet: Carnivore
Reef Compatible: With caution
Minimum Tank Size: 50 gallons
Recreational Viewing
- Snorkeling & Scuba
Finding: Intermediate
Temperament: Shy
Location: Outer reef
Danger: None
