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Kuhlia
Sandvicensis
Hawaiian
Flagtail
Aholehole
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Kuhlia
sandvicensis
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Description: Kuhlia
Sandvicensis, or commonly known as the Hawaiian Flagtail
(Hawaiian name is Aholehole), is recognized by its compressed
silver-colored body with a sharp head. The tail is forked
and has black markings on it, hence its name. The eyes
are fairly large.
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Habitat: This
particular fish is common in tidepools, reef flats, or just
shallow water. The adult species seek deeper water were
they form schools, and feed on plankton.
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Range
(include invasive, native, endemic): Kuhlia
sandvicensis is endemic to the Hawaiina islands.
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information:
The
Hawaiian Flagtail feed on plankton, insects, and algae.
It is eaten by other fish like eels and scorpionfish.
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Safety: There
are no safety issues regarding this fish, as it is completly
harmless.
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Comments: The
Hawaiian Flagtail make great pets for fish tanks, though
can be fairly aggresive during feeding time.
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Links
to Resources: N/A
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