Japanese pineapplefish

Japanese pineapplefish

 

Scientific name : Monocentris japonica

 

Family : Monocentridae (pinecone Fish, 5 species)
Size : Up to 17 cm
Distribution : From South Africa to New Caledonia and Japan

 

Biology : Despite its appearance, the Japanese pineapplefish does not have scales; its skin is covered in bony plates. It is a secretive fish that prefers dark places such as caves. It can be observed at depths of up to 250 meters.

 

IUCN status : Least concern