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Cardinal fish


Cardinal Fish are nocturnal. They hide in coral formations,caves and crevices during the day and feed at night  on small shrimps and crabs.
They are a subdued coloured fish with large eyes, Males fertilise and care for the eggs inside their mouths. They are a small species with sizes from 6cm to about 12cm.

 
                 
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Cardinal fish (Apongonidae)

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