Fishing for Cave hawkfish

Cirrhitichthys guichenoti

The Cave hawkfish is a small, vibrant reef fish typically reaching 4-5 inches in length and weighing up to 0.2 pounds. It features striking red and white patterns and a robust, laterally compressed body. Inhabiting rocky crevices and coral reefs, it primarily feeds on small crustaceans. Known for its territorial behavior, it often perches on coral branches. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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Nueces County Coast

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