Sammara Squirrelfish
Neoniphon sammara
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–46 m
- Max size: 32 cm
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: LC
This squirrelfish schools over seagrass and hard bottoms from the reef flat down to forty six metres, often among branching Acropora coral. It shelters by day and hunts small fish, crabs, and shrimps at night with its large eyes. A venomous spine on the gill cover makes careless handling painful.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Holocentriformes › Holocentridae › Neoniphon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 159393.
FAQ
- How deep does the Sammara Squirrelfish live?
- The Sammara Squirrelfish (Neoniphon sammara) is typically found at 0–46 m.
- Is the Sammara Squirrelfish dangerous to divers?
- The Sammara Squirrelfish can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Sammara Squirrelfish get?
- The Sammara Squirrelfish grows to about 32 cm.