Dotted Cardinalfish
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Fishes · Bony fishes · Cardinals

Dotted Cardinalfish

Fowleria isostigma (Jordan & Seale, 1906)
syn. Apogonichthys isostigma
7 cm1-30 mLeast Concern
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The Dotted Cardinalfish (Fowleria isostigma) is a tropical marine species typically associated with reef environments, inhabiting depths ranging from 1 to 30 meters. This species can reach a maximum length of 7 centimeters.

It is commonly found in habitats characterized by muddy substrates and proximate to rocky formations.

The Dotted Cardinalfish is known for its distinct pairing behavior during courtship and spawning periods.

Its geographical distribution spans the Indo-Pacific region.

Why it's threatened

There are no known major threats.

Threat classification from the IUCN Red List.

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Last Update: June 28, 2026