Three-spot Squirrelfish (Holocentrus three)
Fish in the family Holocentridae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Appearance
Elongated, slender body; silver-gray upper parts, yellowish lower half; distinctive black bar across eyes.
Diet and feeding
Zooplankton, small crustaceans, marine algae
Difficulty and care for the Three-spot Squirrelfish
Moderate - Three-spot Squirrelfish requires standard marine aquarium maintenance and intermediate fish keeping skills.
Common health issues
Marine ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disease, Hole in the Head, Columnaris Disease
Origin and habitat
The Holocentrus tricolor, specifically, is naturally found in the Caribbean Sea, along the coasts of countries such as Cuba, Jamaica, Mexico (Yucatan Peninsula), Honduras, and Bahamas. They are typically found at depths ranging from 10 to 60 feet.
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