Squirrelfish

Holocentrus spp.

Family: Snapper Category: Predator Max size: 30 cm

Species information

Habitat: Coral reefs and rocky substrates
Distribution: Tropical and subtropical waters worldwide
Food: Small invertebrates and crustaceans
Way of living: Typically nocturnal, hiding in crevices during the day
Behavior: Squirrelfish are known for their large eyes and spiny dorsal fins, often seen in small groups or solitary, and they exhibit territorial behavior.

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