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Barred soapfish
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This species is a member of the Serranidae family. It reaches 25 cm in length. Inhabits rocky shores and coral reefs in shallow water. Its body has thick yellow and dark indigo vertical bands. They can release a poisonous mucus from their skin.

Scientific name Diploprion bifasciatum
English name Barred soapfish

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