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Japanese soldierfish

Sargocentron ittodai

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
20.0 cm
Depth Range
5-190m
Family

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 20.0 cm
Depth Range 5-190m

Habitat & Distribution

Coral reefs

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
5-190m
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Taxonomy

Order Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies)
Family Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes)
Species Sargocentron ittodai

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Japanese soldierfish get?
Japanese soldierfish can grow up to 20.0 cm long.
Where is Japanese soldierfish found?
Coral reefs
What family does Japanese soldierfish belong to?
Japanese soldierfish (Sargocentron ittodai) belongs to the family Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes) in the order Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies).

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