Lethrinus olivaceus

Longface emperor
Empereur à long museau

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 1 and 185 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

Species generally living in a group
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 100 cm
The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
Diet : Fishes - -
The animal can show variable colouring
The animal is a protogynous transsexual

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
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!