Yellow Emperor

Diploprion bifasciatum
(Other names Barred Soapfish, Two-banded Soapfish)
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Yellow bodied with two distinct black bars, the first running over the eye and the second mid body. May also be seen as completely black with yellow dorsal, anal and caudal fin. Found along coastal and coral reefs. When under stress this fish may secrete toxins through the skin.

Size: Length 25cm (Maximum)

Diet: Fishes, Small Gastropods, Crabs, Shrimp, Octopus, Crustaceans & Worms.

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Left: Ian Banks
Centre: Ian Banks
Right: John Natoli
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