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

 Family:  Cirrhitidae (Hawkfishes)
 Max. size:  8.1 cm SL (male/unsexed)
 Environment:  reef-associated; 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:   (Ref. 96402)
 Threat to humans:  harmless
 Country info:   
 

 Entered by: Froese, Rainer - 11.05.00
 Modified by: Valdestamon, Roxanne Rei - 14.10.14

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