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Lethrinus lentjan
Also known as Redspot Emperor, Redear Emperor, Pink-eared Bream, Redspot Sea Bream and Redear Bream. They feed on small invertebrates and worms, and grow to a length of about 50cm. Most members of Lethrinidae are able to rapidly switch on and off dark mottled patterns, spots and bars, in order to deter predators.
Found singly or in small groups over sandy areas of lagoons and seaward reefs, at depths of 5 to 50m. Juveniles usually found in seagrass beds. Widespread in the Indo-West Pacific region.
This sleeping fish was just lying on the rubble when I approached it during a night dive.
Spotted on Apr 17, 2012
Submitted on Apr 24, 2012
2 Comments
Thanks Sachin!
Nice sleep-well picture,