Whitetail Squirrelfish

Sargocentron Caudimaculatum
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Quick Facts

Scientific nameSargocentron Caudimaculatum
Other namesSilverspot Squirrelfish, Tailspot Squirrelfish
SizeUp to 25 cm (9.84 in)
WeightUp to .40 kg (.88 lb)
FamilySoldier/Squirrelfish / Holocentridae

Distribution

Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters, lagoons, channels & outer reef areas amongst slopes, edges & drop offs
Whitetail Squirrelfish Distribution