threespot squirrelfish
| Scientific name | Sargocentron cornutum |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Bleeker |
| Year of description | 1854 |
| IUCN category | LC |
| Family | Holocentridae |
| Genus | Sargocentron |
Introduction
Sargocentron cornutum, commonly known as threespot squirrelfish, is a salt water fish.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size25 cm
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Maximum size27 cm
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Patternhorizontal stripes
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Average size25 cm
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Maximum size27 cm
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Patternhorizontal stripes
How to recognize the threespot squirrelfish ?
The threespot squirrelfish measures between 25 and 27 cm. This fish is bicolore with a predominantly rouge and blanc body. The also has blanc horizontal stripes.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilityliving in shoals
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territorialYes
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Way of livingnocturnal
The threespot squirrelfish is a fish living in shoals naturally found near the rocks. This species is carnivorous . This fish lives mainly at night. Usually, it leaves its hiding place and starts to be active once it gets dark.
This species is territorial and does not appreciate the presence of intruders nearby, especially animals with similar behavior. However, the threespot squirrelfish has little concern for non-territorial animals.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare qui pond en eau libre
The threespot squirrelfish is a fish ovipare qui pond en eau libre.
Risks for humans
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VenomousYes
This species is venomous and can cause serious injuries when touched.
Where to find it?
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What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature22 - 28 °C
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Depth6 - 40 m
Biotope presentation
The threespot squirrelfish is most often found at a depth between 6m and 40m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
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