Spangled Emperor
Lethrinus nebulosus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–75 m
- Max size: 87 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A heavy bodied emperor of reefs, lagoons and seagrass, the spangled emperor is scattered with pale blue spots and lines over a bronzy ground. Adults roam alone or in small schools while juveniles gather in sheltered sandy shallows, all of them crunching urchins, shellfish and crustaceans with strong jaws and molar teeth. Its flesh has caused ciguatera poisoning.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Lethrinidae › Lethrinus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 212081.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spangled Emperor live?
- The Spangled Emperor (Lethrinus nebulosus) is typically found at 10–75 m.
- Is the Spangled Emperor dangerous to divers?
- The Spangled Emperor is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Spangled Emperor get?
- The Spangled Emperor grows to about 87 cm.