https://cdn.fishfyi.com/og/fish/armed-squirrel-fish.png

Armed squirrel-fish

Neoniphon sammara

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
32.0 cm
Depth Range
0-46m
Family

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 32.0 cm
Depth Range 0-46m

Habitat & Distribution

Neritic, coral reefs, estuaries

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
0-46m
{# Distribution Map — SVG world map highlighting countries where the fish is found. Expects: distribution_country_codes (JSON array of ISO alpha-2 codes) #}

Taxonomy

Order Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies)
Family Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes)
Species Neoniphon sammara

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Armed squirrel-fish get?
Armed squirrel-fish can grow up to 32.0 cm long.
Where is Armed squirrel-fish found?
Neritic, coral reefs, estuaries
What family does Armed squirrel-fish belong to?
Armed squirrel-fish (Neoniphon sammara) belongs to the family Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes) in the order Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies).

Similar Fish

Other species in the Holocentridae family

External Databases

Explore More

Fish Rankings

Discover the largest, heaviest, and most exciting fish species

Nature FYI Family

Explore more wildlife and biodiversity encyclopedias