Five-lined cardinalfish
(Cheilodipterus quinquelineatus)

Classification

Species: Cheilodipterus quinquelineatus

General data

Scientific names: Five-lined cardinalfish
Habitat: Saltwater
Climate: Tropical

The five-lined cardinalfish, Cheilodipterus quinquelineatus, is a species of marine fish in the family Apogonidae. It is widespread throughout the tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific region, Red Sea included. It can reach a maximum size of 13 cm (5.1 in) in length.