Violet Squirrelfish

The Violet Squirrelfish is a uniquely colored species from the Western Pacific, distinguished by its deep violet to reddish-purple body coloration that sets it apart from the predominantly red members of its family. White to pale markings accent the scale edges, creating a subtle striped effect. Its large, dark eyes are typical of the nocturnal squirrelfish family.

This species inhabits coral reefs, rocky outcroppings, and rubble zones across the Western Pacific. During the day, it shelters in caves, crevices, and under coral heads, emerging at dusk to forage for small crustaceans, worms, and other invertebrates along the reef surface.

The Violet Squirrelfish is beginner-friendly and adapts well to aquarium conditions. Its unusual purple coloration makes it a standout in any marine tank, and its peaceful disposition allows it to coexist with a wide variety of community tankmates. It is fully reef-safe and will not bother corals or sessile invertebrates.