Sargocentron xantherythrum, commonly known as Hawaiian squirrelfish or striped squirrelfish, is a member of the squirrelfish family. It is known from the Hawaiian Islands and Johnston Atoll.[1] It is occasionally available in the aquarium trade. It grows to a total length of 17cm (07inches).[2]
This fish has a red coloration with white stripes running along the body. It has sharp gill spines and rough scales that can cause the fish to be snagged in netting materials.[3]
Sargocentron xantherythrum is usually found in reefs in tropical climates and lives in depths of 1m-217mm (03feet-712feetm).
This is a nocturnal species that inhabits seaward reefs below the surge zone, and is common near caves and ledges. It feeds mainly on worms, crustaceans and starfish.[2] [3]