Butterfly Whiptail (Juvenile) (Pentapodus setosus)

Also known as Coral Bream, Spinecheek, Threadfin Bream, Threadtail Bream, Whiptail, Whiptail Bream

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Also known as Coral Bream, Spinecheek, Threadfin Bream, Threadtail Bream, Whiptail, Whiptail Bream.

Found singly, or in small schools, over muddy, silty areas, of coastal bays to deep off-shore reefs.
They feed on small crustaceans.
Juveniles found close to reefs.
Length - 18cm
Depth - 5-50m
Widespread Western Central Pacific

Threadfin Breams and Whiptail Breams have excellent eyesight and are usually found close to the bottom looking for prey with a stop start movement. Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/Pentapodus-setosus

Related creatures

Heads up! Many creatures change during their life. Juvenile fish become adults and some change shape or their colour. Some species change sex and others just get older. The following creature(s) are known relatives of the Butterfly Whiptail (Juvenile). Click the image(s) to explore further or hover over to get a better view!

Butterfly Whiptail

Butterfly Whiptail

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