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Soldierfishes

Distribution : This group also occurs outside the Red Sea. Distribution depends on the species; this guide presents the representatives filmed here.

Soldierfishes in reef shelters invite us to look into shaded places. These large-eyed fish reveal a less visible side of life than that on brightly lit surfaces. Their shelters and night-time activity show how the reef changes through the day. Depths vary between species in this group and with their habitat.

Habitat of Soldierfishes Habitat
Coral reef, Rocky habitat
Depth range of Soldierfishes Depth
Varies with species and habitat
Biological group of Soldierfishes Group
Ecological role of Soldierfishes Role
Predator

WHAT DO THEY LOOK LIKE?

Soldierfishes have large eyes and an often red body. Their body is relatively deep, with conspicuous scales and spines in the fins. Body markings and fin details allow identification beyond these shared features to distinguish individual species.

WHERE DO THEY LIVE?

Shared daytime shelters and nocturnal feeding are important aspects of their reef ecology.

WHAT DO THEY EAT?

They feed mainly on zooplankton, including crustaceans. This activity connects water-column resources with reef-associated communities.

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Soldierfishes

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