Fish of the Indian Ocean

Sargocentron caudimaculatum Introduction Sargocentron caudimaculatum, commonly known as the silverspot squirrelfish or whitetail squirrelfish, is a fascinating species of fish belonging to the family Holocentridae. This reef-associated fish is widely distributed across the Indian and Pacific Oceans, making it a prominent inhabitant of coral reefs and related marine environments. With its striking appearance and nocturnal…