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The giant hawkfish (Cirrhitus rivulatus), also known as the hieroglyphic hawkfish, is a species of marine ray-finned fish, a hawkfish belonging to the family Cirrhitidae. It is a marine fish and the largest of the hawkfish family with maximum size of 60 cm (24 in) in total length .
The giant hawkfish (Cirrhitus rivulatus), also known as the hieroglyphic hawkfish, is a species of marine ray-finned fish, a hawkfish belonging to the family Cirrhitidae. It is a marine fish and the largest of the hawkfish family with maximum size of 60 cm (24 in) in total length.
The Giant Hawkfish, Cirrhitus rivulatus, is a member of the Hawkfish or Cirrhitidae Family, and is known in Mexico as chino mero. Globally, there are four species in the genus Cirrhitus, of which two are found in Mexican waters, both in the Pacific Ocean.
Giant Hawkfish, Hieroglyphic Hawkfish.
Solitary, bottom-living in shallow waters (Ref. 28023 ). Lies very still on rock ledges and is well camouflaged against the rocks. Feeds on crustaceans and small fishes (Ref. 37955 ). Considered a good food fish (Ref. 9289 ).
The giant hawkfish, Cirrhitus rivulatus is a species of hawkfish. It is a marine fish and the largest of the hawkfish family with maximum size of 60 cm (24 in) in total length. It is known for its social behavior towards scuba divers and its uncanny ability to perch on its pectoral fins.
Jun 13, 2023 · The Giant hawkfish is found along the West Coast of North America from southern Baja to northern Peru. It is the largest of the four species of hawkfish, reaching up to 24 inches long. They have mazelike markings ranging from gray and brown to bright yellow and blue.
