Yellow-tail Emperor

Lethrinus atkinsoni
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There body is blue to silver above and white to silver below with a yellow shaded line (not always apparent) that runs mid laterally along the body continuing to become the yellow caudal fin. There is also yellow shading over the eye and snout area. They are commonly found along northern coastal reefs and outer reef slopes either solitary or in small schools.

Size: Length 50cm (Maximum)

Diet: Crustaceans, Mollusks & Fish

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Left: Kieren Curry
Centre: Kieren Curry
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