silverspot squirrelfish
| Scientific name | Sargocentron caudimaculatum |
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| Descriptor | Rüppell |
| Year of description | 1838 |
| IUCN category | LC |
| Family | Holocentridae |
| Genus | Sargocentron |
Introduction
Sargocentron caudimaculatum, commonly known as silverspot squirrelfish, is a salt water fish.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size18 cm
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Maximum size25 cm
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Average size18 cm
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Maximum size25 cm
How to recognize the silverspot squirrelfish ?
The silverspot squirrelfish measures between 18 and 25 cm. This fish is bicolore with a predominantly rouge and blanc body.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilityliving in a group or alone
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territorialYes
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Way of livingnocturnal
The silverspot squirrelfish is a fish living in a group or alone naturally found near the rocks. This species is carnivorous . This fish lives mainly at night. Usually, it leaves its hiding place and starts to be active once it gets dark.
This species is territorial and does not appreciate the presence of intruders nearby, especially animals with similar behavior. However, the silverspot squirrelfish has little concern for non-territorial animals.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare qui pond en eau libre
The silverspot squirrelfish is a fish ovipare qui pond en eau libre.
Risks for humans
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VenomousYes
This species is venomous and can cause serious injuries when touched.
Where to find it?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature22 - 28 °C
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Depth2 - 40 m
Biotope presentation
The silverspot squirrelfish is most often found at a depth between 2m and 40m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
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