The Sammara squirrelfish is a vibrant, nocturnal marine species characterized by its elongated body and striking red coloration with silver stripes. It typically measures around 8-10 inches and weighs up to 1 pound. Found in coral reefs across the Indo-Pacific, it feeds on small crustaceans and invertebrates. This fish is known for its secretive, schooling behavior. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Sammara squirrelfish
length · weight
Sammara squirrelfish
length · weight
Sammara squirrelfish
9 in · 1 lb


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