Triplebar Goatfish
Parupeneus crassilabris
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–80 m
- Max size: 38 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A goatfish that ranges from coastal to outer reef habitats, the triplebar goatfish sweeps the bottom with a pair of chin barbels, feeling for buried invertebrates. Adults rest on corals along reef crests while juveniles favour shallow surge channels near drop offs.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Mulliformes › Mullidae › Parupeneus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277814.
FAQ
- How deep does the Triplebar Goatfish live?
- The Triplebar Goatfish (Parupeneus crassilabris) is typically found at 1–80 m.
- Is the Triplebar Goatfish dangerous to divers?
- The Triplebar Goatfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Triplebar Goatfish get?
- The Triplebar Goatfish grows to about 38 cm.