Genus

Common name: Squirrelfish

Scientific name: Sargocentron

Sargocentron is a genus of fish commonly known as Squirrelfish or Soldierfish. These nocturnal species are characterized by their large eyes, which aid in night feeding, and their vibrant red coloration. They are generally peaceful and can be kept with other non-aggressive fish. Squirrelfish are known for their ability to produce sounds through their swim bladders, which they use for communication. They prefer reef environments with plenty of hiding places and are omnivorous, feeding on a variety of meaty foods and some plant matter.

  1. Tailspot Squirrelfish Sargocentron caudimaculatum
    Common name: Squirrelfish
    Scientific name: Sargocentron caudimaculatum
  2. Common name: Threespot squirrelfish
    Scientific name: Sargocentron cornutum
  3. Common name: Wenchman
    Scientific name: Sargocentron coruscum
  4. Crowned squirrelfish
    Common name: Crown squirrelfish
    Scientific name: Sargocentron diadema
  5. Common name: Yellow-striped squirrelfish
    Scientific name: Sargocentron ensifer
  6. Giant Squirrelfish
    Common name: Red squirrelfish
    Scientific name: Sargocentron hastatum
  7. Common name: Samurai squirrelfish
    Scientific name: Sargocentron ittodai
  8. スミツキカノコ
    Common name: Blackblotch squirrelfish
    Scientific name: Sargocentron melanospilos
  9. Common name: Smallmouth squirrelfish
    Scientific name: Sargocentron microstoma
  10. Common name: Speckled squirrelfish
    Scientific name: Sargocentron punctatissimum
  11. Soldier fish - Sargocentron rubrum under a shipwreck in Cyprus
    Common name: Redcoat squirrelfish
    Scientific name: Sargocentron rubrum
  12. Sabre Squirrel Fish
    Common name: Sabre squirrelfish
    Scientific name: Sargocentron spiniferum
  13. Riesen-Husarenfisch
    Common name: Red squirrelfish
    Scientific name: Sargocentron tiere
  14. Closeup shot of a pink long-spined squirrelfish with silver stripes
    Common name: Pink squirrelfish
    Scientific name: Sargocentron tiereoides
  15. Dusky Squirrelfish
    Common name: Welchman
    Scientific name: Sargocentron vexillarium
  16. Red-face Squirrelfish, Sargocentron violaceum, Coral Reef, South Ari Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean, Asia
    Common name: Violet squirrelfish
    Scientific name: Sargocentron violaceum
  17. A red and white striped squirrelfish, Sargocentron xantherythrum at a beautiful Red Sea coral reef near Hurghada, Egypt
    Common name: Red-white squirrel
    Scientific name: Sargocentron xantherythrum