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Australian stripey

Microcanthus strigatus

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Fun Facts

These fish are fairly social, traveling in large groups to find food. 

Species Type:

Fishes

Common Name(s):

Australian stripey

Size:

Australian stripeys can grow up to 6 inches (16 centimeters) in length.

Diet:

The Australian stripey eats algae and invertebrates like worms and shrimps.

Range & Habitat:

Along the east and west coast of Australia, and the coasts of Japan, China and Hawaii, the Australian stripey inhabits rocky areas, estuaries, coral reef communities and rock pools.

Details:

The Australian stripey has a small, round body with distinct diagonal black and yellow striping. They have small faces and large eyes, with a black stripe running through their irises.