Red Sea soldierfish
Ostichthys sufensis
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Saltwater
Overview
Red Sea soldierfish (Ostichthys sufensis) is a marine fish of the family Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes), in the order Beryciformes. Maximum recorded length is 15 cm. Its recorded depth range is 250–300 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 15,100000381469727 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 250-300m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
250-300m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies) |
| Familia | Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes) |
| Especies | Ostichthys sufensis |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Red Sea soldierfish get?
Red Sea soldierfish can grow up to 15.100000381469727 cm long.
What family does Red Sea soldierfish belong to?
Red Sea soldierfish (Ostichthys sufensis) belongs to the family Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes) in the order Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies).
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