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The Goldstriped sweetlips (Plectorhinchus chrysotaenia) is a saltwater fish of the family Haemulidae that grows up to 41 cm.
Asia: Australia, Solomon Is., Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Indonesia, Japan, Ryukyu Is. and others
Description
The goldstriped sweetlips is a sweetlips (Haemulidae) from reef and coastal water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 40 cm and has an elongate, silvery body with numerous yellow longitudinal stripes and thick, fleshy lips. As a nocturnal fish it shelters by day in loose groups above reef and searches at night over sand for worms, small crustaceans and molluscs. It is a valued food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Goldstriped sweetlips?
The Goldstriped sweetlips has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly yellow-gold and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Goldstriped sweetlips live?
The Goldstriped sweetlips lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Asia: Australia, Solomon Is., Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Indonesia, Japan, Ryukyu Is. and others
How big does the Goldstriped sweetlips get?
The Goldstriped sweetlips grows to a maximum of about 41 cm.
Is the Goldstriped sweetlips dangerous to humans?
No, the Goldstriped sweetlips is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Plectorhinchus
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