Longface Emperor
Lethrinus olivaceus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–185 m
- Max size: 1 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Longest snouted of the emperors, this sandy bottom hunter swims fast and active over lagoons and reef slopes. Young fish school in the shallows while large adults turn solitary along deeper coastal drop offs, and the flesh sometimes carries ciguatera.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Lethrinidae › Lethrinus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 212069.
FAQ
- How deep does the Longface Emperor live?
- The Longface Emperor (Lethrinus olivaceus) is typically found at 1–185 m.
- Is the Longface Emperor dangerous to divers?
- The Longface Emperor is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Longface Emperor get?
- The Longface Emperor grows to about 1 m.