Valenciennes’ dragonet

Callionymus valenciennei

Family

Callionymidae

Max Length

17 cm

Max Weight

0.1 kg

IUCN Status

Water Type

saltwater

Overview

Callionymus valenciennei, Valenciennes’ dragonet, is a species of dragonet native to the Pacific waters around Japan and the Korean Peninsula where it occurs at depths of from 20 to 50 metres. This species grows to a length of 10 centimetres (3.9 in) SL. The specific name and the vernacular name honour the French zoologist Achille Valenciennes (1794-1865).

Frequently Asked Questions

How big do Valenciennes’ dragonet get?+

Valenciennes’ dragonet (Callionymus valenciennei) can reach up to 17.3999995 cm in length and 0.1277 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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