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Tailspot Squirrelfish

Sargocentron caudimaculatum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Beryciformes ›Family: Holocentridae ›Genus: Sargocentron

About

Sargocentron caudimaculatum, the silverspot squirrelfish, is a reef-associated member of the family Holocentridae. It is native to the Indian and Pacific Oceans from East Africa to Japan and northern Australia and as far east as the Marshall Islands. It lives near reefs, but can also be found in lagoons and drop-offs at depths between 2 and 40 metres (6.6 and 131.2 ft). It is a nocturnal predator, feeding primarily on crabs and shrimps. It can reach sizes...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tailspot Squirrelfish?
The scientific name of Tailspot Squirrelfish is Sargocentron caudimaculatum.
What is the conservation status of Tailspot Squirrelfish?
The Tailspot Squirrelfish has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Tailspot Squirrelfish belong to?
Tailspot Squirrelfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Tailspot Squirrelfish belong to?
Tailspot Squirrelfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Tailspot Squirrelfish belong to?
Tailspot Squirrelfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Tailspot Squirrelfish belong to?
Tailspot Squirrelfish belongs to the order Beryciformes.
What family does Tailspot Squirrelfish belong to?
Tailspot Squirrelfish belongs to the family Holocentridae.
What genus does Tailspot Squirrelfish belong to?
Tailspot Squirrelfish belongs to the genus Sargocentron.