Bastard soldierfish
Myripristis jacobus
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Saltwater
Overview
Bastard soldierfish (Myripristis jacobus) is a marine fish of the family Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes), in the order Beryciformes. Maximum recorded length is 25 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–210 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 25,0 cm |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 0-210m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Su Tipi
Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
0-210m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies) |
| Familya | Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes) |
| Türler | Myripristis jacobus |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
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).
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