Gulf squirrelfish
📖 Overview
Gulf squirrelfish (Diplectrum sciurus), first described by Gilbert, 1892 is a medium-sized fish in the family Serranidae (order Perciformes). Adults typically reach 17.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 25 to 100 metres. It occurs in Subtropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Serranidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Gulf squirrelfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Gulf squirrelfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 25 - 100 m . Subtropical; 32°N - 23°N Central Pacific: Gulf of California and southern Baja California, Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Gulf squirrelfish · squirrel sand perch |
| 🇫🇷French | Serran écureuil |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | serrano ardilla |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diplectrum sciuris | Gilbert | 1892 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Gulf squirrelfish.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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