Neoniphon sammara

Squirrelfishes

Spotfin squirrelfish
Blutfleck-Husar
Ecureuil tacheté
Pez ardilla mancha color sangre
Pesce scoiattolo di Sammara

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 2 and 45 Meters.
Very common species.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 32 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : Fishes -

Relationship with humans

The spines of the animal can be dangerous
The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!