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Pixy Hawkfish

Cirrhitichthys oxycephalus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Centrarchiformes ›Family: Cirrhitidae ›Genus: Cirrhitichthys

About

The coral hawkfish (Cirrhitichthys oxycephalus) is a species of hawkfish found on tropical reefs of the Indo-Pacific and the eastern Pacific Ocean. It grows to 10 cm (3.9 in) in total length. It occasionally is found in the aquarium trade.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pixy Hawkfish?
The scientific name of Pixy Hawkfish is Cirrhitichthys oxycephalus.
What is the conservation status of Pixy Hawkfish?
The Pixy Hawkfish has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Pixy Hawkfish belong to?
Pixy Hawkfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Pixy Hawkfish belong to?
Pixy Hawkfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Pixy Hawkfish belong to?
Pixy Hawkfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Pixy Hawkfish belong to?
Pixy Hawkfish belongs to the order Centrarchiformes.
What family does Pixy Hawkfish belong to?
Pixy Hawkfish belongs to the family Cirrhitidae.
What genus does Pixy Hawkfish belong to?
Pixy Hawkfish belongs to the genus Cirrhitichthys.