Lethrinus xanthochilus

  • Yellowlip emperor
  • Gelblippen-Strassenkehrer
  • Bec de cane à lèvres jaunes
  • Emperador de labios amarillos
  • Imperatore dal labbro giallo

Distribution

  • The tropical Pacific
  • The Red Sea
  • The Indian Ocean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species can be found between 2 and 100 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 70 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : - Fishes - Echinoderms

Relationship with humans

  • The species is good to eat
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
    • -Sport or local fishing
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!