Species Type:
Fishes
Common Name(s):
Yellowbanded sweetlips
Size:
Yellowbanded sweetlips can grow up to 28 inches (72 centimeters) long.
Diet:
These fish feed on benthic invertebrates like worms, crabs and snails.
Range & Habitat:
In the East Indian and west Pacific Oceans, yellowbanded sweetlips can be found near coral reef communities, seagrass beds and sand flats.
Details:
Yellowbanded sweetlips have a striking appearance with black wavy lines on the top of their bodies and a dotted pattern along their midsection and tail. They also have bright yellow mouthes, fins and tails.