squirrelfish

• Sustantivo que designa a un pez de espinas punzantes de aguas costeras, o a un pez de arrecife nocturno y de colores vivos, conocido por emitir sonidos parecidos a ladridos de ardilla.

A noun referring to a small, spiny-finned fish found in coastal waters, or a brightly colored nocturnal reef fish known for making sounds similar to a squirrel's bark.

1. Small spiny-finned fishC1formalamericanscientific

   A small, spiny-finned fish resembling a sea bream, commonly found in bays along the southeastern coast of the United States.

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   • The squirrelfish is often caught by anglers in the warm bays of Florida.
   • Marine biologists study the squirrelfish for its unique habitat preferences.
   • This species of squirrelfish is known for its vibrant red coloration.

2. Nocturnal reef fishC1formalscientific

   A very small, brightly colored fish, often red, that inhabits shallow tropical reefs and is known for making sounds similar to a squirrel's bark.

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   • Divers often spot squirrelfish hiding in coral crevices during the day.
   • The squirrelfish's barking sound can be heard at night near the reef.
   • These nocturnal fish are most active after sunset, hunting for small crustaceans.