Myripristis hexagona (Lacepède, 1802)

Inhabits sheltered coastal and offshore reefs, usually in turbid areas of bays and lagoons, in 3-40 m (Ref 90102). A nocturnal fish hiding in caves or beneath ledges by day, feeding on plankton such as crab larvae at night. Found in loose aggregations in caves, sometimes with other soldierfish (Ref. 9710).

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associated

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Threat to Humans

Harmless

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Myripristis hexagona (Lacepède, 1802)

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