Lancer Dragonet
Lancer Dragonet, Male
| Name: | Lancer Dragonet |
| Scientific Name: | Callionymus bairdi |
| Synonym: | Paradiplogrammus bairdi |
| Other Names: | Coral Dragonet |
| Similar Species: | Spotted Dragonet |
| Family: | Dragonets |
| Scientific Family: | Callionymidae |
| Source: | WoRMS AphiaID 159626 |
| Size: | 1.5 - 2.5 in. |
| Depth Range: | Various depths (0 – 130 ft.) |
| Sightings: | Almost never seen |
The Lancer Dragonet has a mottled pale gray to brown body, large raised eyes, and a flat, pointed head. Males have a very tall reddish-gold first dorsal fin with dark lines. Females have a smaller first dorsal fin and may show yellow to brown bars on the lower cheek.
The Lancer Dragonet lives on sand and rubble, using camouflage and staying close to the bottom. Males may raise the first dorsal fin during courtship, with spawning soon after sunset.