Species Type:
Fishes
Common Name(s):
Redbelly yellowtail fusilier
Size:
These fish grow to a maximum length of 24 inches (60 centimeters).
Diet:
Redbelly yellowtail fusiliers form schools, or groups, to feed on zooplankton.
Range & Habitat:
Redbelly yellowtail fusiliers exist in the Indo-West Pacific Ocean near silty, low visibility, coral colonies and rocky areas.
Details:
Redbelly yellowtail fusilier are small, oval-shaped, shiny fish with pink-red bellies and yellow tails, hence their name. They are highly social and are often found swimming in coordinated groups as they forage for plankton and small invertebrates.