Dwarf hawkfish
A species of Cirrhitichthys, Also known as Falco hawkfish Scientific name : Cirrhitichthys falco Genus : Cirrhitichthys
Dwarf hawkfish, A species of Cirrhitichthys
Also known as:
Falco hawkfish
Botanical name: Cirrhitichthys falco
Genus: Cirrhitichthys
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Description
Description
The dwarf hawkfish can reach 7 cm (2.8 in) in total length. The dorsal fin has ten spines with numerous tassels on the tips of the spines. The anal fin has three spines and six soft rays. The pectoral fins are thick and elongated and spread out when the fish is resting on the substrate. This fish is pinkish-red and white in color with vertical banding or mottling.
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Fish Order
Perch-like fish Family
Hawkfishes Genus
Cirrhitichthys Species
Dwarf hawkfish