Paracirrhites nisus Randall, 1963
photo by Adams, M.J.

Family:  Cirrhitidae (Hawkfishes)
Max. size:  8.1 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range 3 - 14 m, non-migratory
Distribution:  Western Central Pacific: Polynesia and Cook Islands. Needs better reference.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Feeds on small crustaceands and fishes (Ref. 89972).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 03 March 2015 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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