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Tinsel Squirrelfish

Neoniphon suborbitalis

Taxonomy

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

About

Sargocentron suborbitale, the tinsel squirrelfish, is a species of squirrelfish belonging to the genus Sargocentron. It can be found in the East Pacific Ocean from the Gulf of California to Ecuador including the Galapagos Islands. During the day, adults of the species hide in small caves or crevices of rocks. During the night, they feed on small crustaceans in the intertidal zone. It is oviparous.

Frequently Asked Questions

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