Family: |
Holocentridae (Squirrelfishes, soldierfishes), subfamily: Myripristinae |
Max. size: |
20 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 1 - 18 m |
Distribution: |
Western Indian Ocean: southern half of the Red Sea and Djibouti in the Gulf of Aden. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Inhabits reef flats and slopes. May be found at depths greater than 18 m (Ref. 9710). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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