Twospot hawkfish
📖 Overview
A secretive species remaining in or near interstices of rock, coral, or rubble . Moderately common in seaward reefs in areas exposed to moderate surge or currents . Feeds on small crustaceans . Benthic . Minimum depth reported from Ref. 30874.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 10; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 6. Irregular dark bars on body which may be broken into spots; 2 narrow diagonal bars on cheek; opercle and base of soft dorsal with large ocellated black spot . : short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Twospot hawkfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Twospot hawkfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Twospot hawkfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory; depth range 0 - 20 m , usually 2 - 15 m . Tropical; 26°N - 25°S East Africa to Mangaréva, Tuamoto Islands and the Hawaiian Islands, north to Taiwan; throughout Micronesia.
🌿 Ecology
small crustaceans (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Amblycirrhitus Bimacula is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Per 100g cooked - Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protein | 18.2 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 117 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Twospot hawkfish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amblycirrhites bimacula | Jenkins | 1903 | Synonym |
| Amblycirrhitus bimaculata | Jenkins | 1903 | Synonym |
| Cirrhitoidea bimacula | Jenkins | 1903 | Synonym |
| Cirrhitoidea bimaculata | Jenkins | 1903 | Synonym |
| Paracirrhites bimaculatus | Jenkins | 1903 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 6 records indexed .
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