Bastard soldierfish

Myripristis jacobus

Not Evaluated Saltwater

Max Length

25.0 cm

Depth Range

0-210m

Family

Holocentridae

Physical Description

Measurement	Value
Maximum Length	25.0 cm
Depth Range	0-210m

Habitat & Distribution

Coral reefs

Water Type

Saltwater

Depth Range

0-210m

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Taxonomy

Order	Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies)
Family	Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes)
Species	Myripristis jacobus

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Bastard soldierfish get?

Bastard soldierfish can grow up to 25.0 cm long.

Where is Bastard soldierfish found?

Coral reefs

What family does Bastard soldierfish belong to?

Bastard soldierfish (Myripristis jacobus) belongs to the family Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes) in the order Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies).