Description

Also known as Bream, Longnose Emperor, Longnose Pigface Bream, Long-nosed Emperor, Pigface Bream, Pigface Bream Emperor, Small-tooth Emperor, Small-toothed Emperor, Trumpet Emperor, Yellow-banded Emperor.

Found singly, or in large schools, over sandy, coastal areas, of drop-offs, lagoons, and reef slopes.
They feed on cephalopods, crustaceans, and fish.
Juveniles found over shallow sandy areas.
Length - 70cm
Depth - 1-185m
Widespread Indo-West Pacific

Most members of Lethrinidae are able to rapidly switch on and off dark mottled patterns, spots and bars to deter predators. Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/lethrinus-olivaceus