Author: (Bleeker, 1856)
FBname: Short-tooth cardinal
Remark: <i>Apogonichthyoides enigmaticus</i> is considered valid in Ref. 88147:68.
Comments: Inhabits rocky cliffs.  Also in sheltered coastal to outer reefs from shallow flats to over 50 m depth.  Usually in pairs, small aggregations, or occasionally schooling (Ref. 48635).  Occurrence is rather rare (Ref. 559). Feeds on zooplankons and invertebrates (Ref. 89972). Minimum depth reported taken from Ref. 9710.