Quick Facts
Scientific name
Myripristis Pralinia
Other names
Bigeyed Squirrelfish, Reef Soldierfish, Scarlet Soldierfish
Size
Up to 20 cm (7.87 in)
Weight
Up to .55 kg (1.21 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Coastal waters, lagoons & seaward reefs amongst caves, crevices & under ledges
Depth Range
![Bigeye Soldierfish Distribution](https://marinewise.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Australian-Fish-Distribution-1295.png)