Squirrelfish
Holocentrus adscensionis
The longspine squirrelfish inhabits tropical reefs, caves, ledges, and other shaded coastal structure. Mostly active at night, it hunts crustaceans, worms, and small fishes near the seabed. Its large eyes are adapted for dim light, while its erect dorsal spines make it harder for predators to swallow.
- Type
- Water
- Conservation status
- LC
Growth chain
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- Squirrelfish