Yellowstriped Squirrelfish
Neoniphon aurolineatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 30–188 m
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A squirrelfish of deep outer reef slopes, it stays in or near crevices and caves between about thirty and nearly two hundred metres, rarely venturing shallower than forty. With its big nocturnal eyes it emerges to feed on crustaceans, alone or in small groups.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Holocentriformes › Holocentridae › Neoniphon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217930.
FAQ
- How deep does the Yellowstriped Squirrelfish live?
- The Yellowstriped Squirrelfish (Neoniphon aurolineatus) is typically found at 30–188 m.
- Is the Yellowstriped Squirrelfish dangerous to divers?
- The Yellowstriped Squirrelfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Yellowstriped Squirrelfish get?
- The Yellowstriped Squirrelfish grows to about 25 cm.