Scuba Season
Least Concern· population stable· assessed 2015

Cardinalfish

Apogon imberbis

Sighting evidence at Cala Morell Cave, Menorca

Cardinalfish

Photo: Jofre · CC BY-NC

The Mediterranean cardinalfish forms dense, shimmering schools in the dim light of cave entrances and overhangs. Males are mouthbrooders, holding fertilised eggs in the buccal cavity for weeks without feeding. Their vivid red colouration fades in deeper shade, making them a favourite subject for photographers using artificial light.

Evidence at this site

2 records within 25 km

Confidence: low

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How is this calculated?

Sighting evidence is compiled from iNaturalist observation records within a set proximity radius, filtered for quality-grade observations. “Last confirmed” is the date of the most recent research-grade record. Record count covers a rolling 24-month window. Confidence reflects record count, recency, and consistency of seasonal signal.

Also seen at other sites