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The Bridled monacle bream (Scolopsis bilineata) is a saltwater fish of the family Nemipteridae that grows up to 25 cm.
Indo-West Pacific; from the Maldives and Sri Lanka eastwards to Fiji, north to southern Japan; coral reefs.
Description
The two-lined monocle bream is a reef fish of the monocle bream family (Nemipteridae) from the Indo-Pacific. The species grows to about 25 cm and has a silvery body with a characteristic curved white and yellow stripe over the upper back; juveniles are strikingly black-white-yellow striped. It is common on coral reefs, where adults usually occur in pairs over varied reef habitats and juveniles inshore, in lagoons or rubble zones. As a bottom hunter it feeds on small benthic invertebrates and small fishes. The species is a valued food fish and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bridled monacle bream?
The Bridled monacle bream has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Curved white and yellow dorsal stripe; juveniles strikingly striped in black, white and yellow.
Where does the Bridled monacle bream live?
The Bridled monacle bream lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific; from the Maldives and Sri Lanka eastwards to Fiji, north to southern Japan; coral reefs.
How big does the Bridled monacle bream get?
The Bridled monacle bream grows to a maximum of about 25 cm. On average the species is around 13 cm.
Is the Bridled monacle bream dangerous to humans?
No, the Bridled monacle bream is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Bridled monacle bream edible?
Yes, the Bridled monacle bream is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Scolopsis
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