Crown Squirrelfish (Holocentrus crown)
Fish in the family Holocentridae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
Elongated oval body, greenish-yellow with a prominent black lateral line and a broad, distinctive black spot at base of dorsal fin.
Diet and feeding
Marine copepods, small crustaceans, brine shrimp, marine algae
Difficulty and care for the Crown Squirrelfish
Moderate - Crown Squirrelfish requires standard marine aquarium maintenance and intermediate fish keeping skills.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
Origin and habitat
The Holocentrus crownedfish is native to the western Atlantic Ocean, primarily found along the Caribbean coastlines of Mexico, Belize, Honduras, Colombia, and Venezuela, as well as the coasts of Panama and the Gulf of Mexico in the United States. Their depth range typically extends from shallow coastal waters to around 30 meters.
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