The Blackblotch squirrelfish is a vibrant reef fish known for its striking red body and distinctive black spot near the dorsal fin. Typically reaching 6-8 inches in length and weighing around 1 pound, it inhabits coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific. Nocturnal by nature, it feeds on small invertebrates and crustaceans, often sheltering in crevices during the day. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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