Neoniphon opercularis (Valenciennes, 1831)
Blackfin squirrelfish, 35cm

Neoniphon opercularis can be found on lagoon or seaward reefs, usually solitary or with a few others nearby. It often hovers just outside a hole in the reef, into which it retreats at the approach of potential danger.

Created 17 September 2017

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