Blackblotch squirrelfish
Sargocentron melanospilos
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Saltwater
Overview
Blackblotch squirrelfish (Sargocentron melanospilos) 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 5–90 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 25.0 cm |
| 栖息水深 | 5-90m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
水质类型
Saltwater
栖息水深
5-90m
Taxonomy
| 目 | Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies) |
| 科 | Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes) |
| 物种 | Sargocentron melanospilos |
常见问题
How big does Blackblotch squirrelfish get?
Blackblotch squirrelfish can grow up to 25.0 cm long.
Where is Blackblotch squirrelfish found?
Coral reefs
What family does Blackblotch squirrelfish belong to?
Blackblotch squirrelfish (Sargocentron melanospilos) belongs to the family Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes) in the order Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies).
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