Species Type:
Fishes
Common Name(s):
Redbar basslet
Size:
Redbar basslets grow up to 5.5 inches (14 centimeters) in length.
Diet:
These fish eat zooplankton.
Range & Habitat:
In open areas over reefs, drop-offs, and coastal coral reef habitats, these fish can be found in the Indo-west-central Pacific area.
Details:
These brightly colored fish have orange bodies with pink detailing along their mouths, pectoral and dorsal fins. They have triangular tails and a distinctive red, vertical bar behind their gills.