Crown Squirrelfish
Pre-Quarantined for 30 Days!
Sargocentron diadema
The Striped Squirrelfish, also known as the Hawaiian Squirrelfish, is one of the most common squirrelfish seen by scuba divers. It is bright red with thin, white horizontal stripes.
A 70 gallon or larger aquarium with large amounts of live rock, hiding places, and swimming room is recommended. It will do well with others of its own species as long as there is adequate hiding locations and adequate space. It will eat invertebrates such as worms, crustaceans, and serpent stars. It is a nocturnal fish and hides while the lights are on.
Care Level - Easy
Temperament - Peaceful
Color Form - Orange, Red, White
Diet - Carnivore
Reef Compatible - With Caution
Water Conditions - sg 1.020-1.025, 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4
Family - Holocentridae
Minimum Tank Size - 70 gallons