Longspine squirrelfish

Holocentrus rufus

Not Evaluated Saltwater

Max Length

35.0 cm

Depth Range

0-32m

Family

Holocentridae

Physical Description

Measurement	Value
Maximum Length	35.0 cm
Depth Range	0-32m

Habitat & Distribution

Coral reefs

Water Type

Saltwater

Depth Range

0-32m

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Taxonomy

Order	Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies)
Family	Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes)
Species	Holocentrus rufus

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Longspine squirrelfish get?

Longspine squirrelfish can grow up to 35.0 cm long.

Where is Longspine squirrelfish found?

Coral reefs

What family does Longspine squirrelfish belong to?

Longspine squirrelfish (Holocentrus rufus) belongs to the family Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes) in the order Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies).