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Sabre squirrelfish

Sargocentrol spinferum

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Fun Facts

Sabre squirrelfish are the largest species of squirrelfish!

Species Type:

Fishes

Common Name(s):

Sabre squirrelfish

Size:

Sabre squirrelfish grow to 18 inches (45 centimeters) in length.

Diet:

This species eats shrimp, crab and smaller fishes.

Range & Habitat:

This species lives in coral caves and crevices throughout the Indo-Pacific Ocean and along Australia's coastline.

Details:

Sabre squirrelfish are bright red with white around each of their scales. They have orange fins and dark crimson coloring on their face.