Species Type:
Fishes
Common Name(s):
Peacock rock cod
Size:
These fish can reach large sizes, growing up to 26 inches (66 centimeters) long.
Diet:
Peacock rock cods eat other fishes and invertebrates like shrimp and crab.
Range & Habitat:
In the Red Sea and off the coasts of Australia, peacock rock cods inhabit shallow coral reef communities.
Details:
Peacock rock cods have a distinct, beautiful pattern on the fish’s body, giving it its “peacock” appearance. They have five to six pale white bars near their rounded tail and another pale spot on their chest area. These fish can form small groups, often with a dominant individual, but they are typically solitary outside of mating or feeding periods.