Apogon planifrons

Apogons

Pale cardinalfish
Fahler Kardinalbarsch
Bleke kardinaalbaars
Apogon pâle
Cardenal
Pesce cardinale

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is found in a sheltered zone
The species can be found between 3 and 30 Meters.
Common species.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally living in a group

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 10 cm
The animal feeds on plankton or small organisms.

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest