Dusky Squirrelfish
Neoniphon vexillarium
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 18 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A nocturnal hunter of inshore reefs and tide pools, the dusky squirrelfish hides in small recesses through the day and emerges after dark to feed. Common but seldom seen, it reaches about 18 centimetres and even turns up in the intertidal zone.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Holocentriformes › Holocentridae › Neoniphon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1605274.
FAQ
- How deep does the Dusky Squirrelfish live?
- The Dusky Squirrelfish (Neoniphon vexillarium) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- Is the Dusky Squirrelfish dangerous to divers?
- The Dusky Squirrelfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Dusky Squirrelfish get?
- The Dusky Squirrelfish grows to about 18 cm.