The Deepwater squirrelfish (Sargocentron bullisi) is a saltwater fish of the family Holocentridae that grows up to 13 cm.
Description
The deepwater squirrelfish is a squirrelfish (Holocentridae) from the western Atlantic Ocean. The species has a red-and-silver striped body with large eyes, adapted to a nocturnal life, and a sharp spine on the gill cover. It lives in deeper waters and adults are found at 33 to 110 metres depth. At night it hunts small crustaceans and other invertebrates. The gill-cover spine is venomous and a sting is painful.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Deepwater squirrelfish?
The Deepwater squirrelfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Deepwater squirrelfish live?
The Deepwater squirrelfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Deepwater squirrelfish get?
The Deepwater squirrelfish grows to a maximum of about 13 cm. On average the species is around 13 cm.
Is the Deepwater squirrelfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Deepwater squirrelfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Deepwater squirrelfish edible?
The Deepwater squirrelfish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Sargocentron
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