Blackbar Soldierfish [Myripristis jacobus]
Description
The Blackbar Soldierfish is a nocturnal species that is native to the western Atlantic Ocean. It is primarily found in coral reefs and rocky areas at depths of 2-90 meters. The species is characterized by its bright red coloration, large eyes, and black vertical bars. The Blackbar Soldierfish feeds on small invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Perciformes
Perciformes
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| Family |
Cardinalfishes
Apogonidae
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| Genus |
Flamefishes
Apogon
|