Dwarf Hawkfishes [Amblycirrhitus]
Description
Amblycirrhitus is a genus of marine ray-finned fishes, known as the dwarf hawkfishes due to their small size. They are characterized by their bright colors, distinctive patterning, and the presence of cirri (small filamentous appendages) on the tips of their dorsal fin spines. These fishes are found in tropical and subtropical coral reef environments and are known for perching on coral branches while waiting for prey.
Species
Flame Hawkfish [Neocirrhites armatus]
View DetailsArc-eye Hawkfish [Paracirrhites arcatus]
View DetailsCoral Hawkfish [Cirrhitichthys oxycephalus]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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Order |
Perciformes
Perciformes
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Family |
Hawkfishes
Cirrhitidae
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Statistics
- Species 3