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The Blacktip soldierfish (Myripristis hexagona) is a saltwater fish of the family Holocentridae that grows up to 30 cm.
Description
The blacktip soldierfish is a nocturnal reef fish (Holocentridae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 30 cm and has a deep, silver-red body with large eyes, a dark margin behind the gill cover and dark fin tips. By day it shelters in groups in crevices and caves of coral reefs; at night it hunts large zooplankton, mainly crustaceans, in open water. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blacktip soldierfish?
The Blacktip soldierfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a plain pattern. Dark margin behind the operculum and dark fin tips; nocturnal
Where does the Blacktip soldierfish live?
The Blacktip soldierfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific
How big does the Blacktip soldierfish get?
The Blacktip soldierfish grows to a maximum of about 30 cm.
Is the Blacktip soldierfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Blacktip soldierfish is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Blacktip soldierfish edible?
The Blacktip soldierfish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Myripristis
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