Pacific Yellowtail Emperor
Lethrinus atkinsoni
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 2–30 m
- Max size: 50 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The pacific yellowtail emperor patrols seagrass beds and sandy areas of lagoons and outer reef slopes, alone or in schools. It feeds mainly on crustaceans, molluscs and fish, grows to about 50 centimetres, and is sold fresh.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Lethrinidae › Lethrinus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278632.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pacific Yellowtail Emperor live?
- The Pacific Yellowtail Emperor (Lethrinus atkinsoni) is typically found at 2–30 m.
- Is the Pacific Yellowtail Emperor dangerous to divers?
- The Pacific Yellowtail Emperor is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pacific Yellowtail Emperor get?
- The Pacific Yellowtail Emperor grows to about 50 cm.