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 mouths, fins and tails. This species of fish are nocturnal feeders, meaning they come out at night to eat small invertebrates and fish.