Redlip Morwong (Goniistius rubrolabiatus)

Also known as Morwong, Red-lipped Morwong, Rubylip Morwong

Description

Also known as Morwong, Red-lipped Morwong, Rubylip Morwong.

Found singly, pairs, or in small schools, over inshore coral and rocky reefs.
They feed on benthic invertebrates.
Length - 40cm
Depth - 2-30m
Eastern Indian Ocean - Western Australia

They are fished commercially and for sport, considered an excellent table fish. Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/Cheilodactylus-rubrolabiatus.html

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