Fishes of Hawai'i
Family Apogonidae
Apogon spp. - Cardinalfish -
'Upäpalu
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| Description: two separate dorsal fins, 1st with 6-8
spines, 2nd with 8-14 soft rays; large head, torpedo shaped body |
| Size: To 17 cm |
| Habitat: nocturnal; during the day they rest quietly
under ledges and other dark places, and come out to feed at night. |
| Diet: zooplankton, crustaceans and
small fishes |
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