Species ID
View AllSabre Squirrelfish
( Sargocentron spiniferum )
Description
How to Catch
Distribution
Eating
Fast Facts
- CAUTION: Venomous spine
- Is a member of the family Holocentridae (squirrelfish)
- Largest of the Squirrelfish
- Can grow to 51cm in length
- Often seen with Crimson Soldierfish (Myripristis murdjan)
- Distinguishing large eyeas and pointed snout
- Found in Australia’s warmer waters from QLD to WA
- Frequents reef environments
- Hangs near the bottom around caves and ledges
- Often solitary
- Carnivorous
- Good eating
