Australian squirrel-fish
Myripristis violacea
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Overview
Australian squirrel-fish (Myripristis violacea) is a marine fish of the family Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes), in the order Beryciformes. Maximum recorded length is 35 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–30 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 35.0 cm |
| 栖息水深 | 0-30m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
水质类型
Saltwater
栖息水深
0-30m
Taxonomy
| 目 | Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies) |
| 科 | Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes) |
| 物种 | Myripristis violacea |
常见问题
How big does Australian squirrel-fish get?
Australian squirrel-fish can grow up to 35.0 cm long.
Where is Australian squirrel-fish found?
Coral reefs
What family does Australian squirrel-fish belong to?
Australian squirrel-fish (Myripristis violacea) belongs to the family Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes) in the order Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies).
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