Epaulette Soldierfish
Myripristis Kuntee
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameMyripristis Kuntee
Other namesEpaulette Squirrelfish, Kuntee Soldierfish, Kuntee Squirrelfish, Shoulderbar Soldierfish
SizeUp to 26 cm (10.23 in)
WeightUp to .65 kg (1.43 lb)
FamilySoldier/Squirrelfish / Holocentridae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters, lagoons & seaward reefs amongst surge zones & reef edges
