The Yellowback fusilier (Caesio teres) is a saltwater fish of the family Caesionidae that grows up to 40 cm.
Description
The Yellowback fusilier is a fusilier (Caesionidae), related to the snappers, from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 40 cm and has a streamlined body. The body is bright blue with a yellow back continuing into a yellow tail. As a fast schooling fish it swims by day in large schools above coral reefs and picks zooplankton from the current; at night it shelters in the reef. It is a food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Yellowback fusilier?
The Yellowback fusilier has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly blue.
Where does the Yellowback fusilier live?
The Yellowback fusilier lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Yellowback fusilier get?
The Yellowback fusilier grows to a maximum of about 40 cm. On average the species is around 27 cm.
Is the Yellowback fusilier dangerous to humans?
No, the Yellowback fusilier is harmless to humans.
Is the Yellowback fusilier edible?
Yes, the Yellowback fusilier is commonly eaten.
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