Sargocentron caudimaculatum

Squirrelfishes

  • Silverspot squirrelfish
  • Schwanzfleck - Husar
  • Ecureuil Tahitien
  • Pez candil de cola plateada
  • Pesce scoiattolo della coda bianca

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 is found in a sheltered zone
  • The species can be found between 2 and 40 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 : 25 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.

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 can be confused with other species of similar appearance!