Candil Rockfish [Candil scorpaena]
Description
The Candil Rockfish is a species of fish in the family Scorpaenidae. It is commonly found in the Pacific Ocean, particularly along rocky coasts and reefs where it hides among the rocks and seaweed. The species is characterized by its venomous spines and distinctive colour patterns that range from red to brown. Its diet consists mainly of crustaceans and smaller fish.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Squirrelfishes and Soldierfishes
Holocentriformes
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| Family |
Squirrelfishes
Holocentridae
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| Genus |
Candil
Adioryx
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