The Coral Sea Coral Reef Gallery
Harlequin filefish
- Rareness：★★★★★
Lives on coral reefs at depths of up to 20 meters. Juvenile fish live in schools, adults are mostly seen in pairs living between coral branches. They feed on coral polyps and plankton. The genders can be distinguished by certain patterns on the base of their pelvic fins.
| Scientific name | Oxymonacanthus longirostris |
|---|---|
| English name | Harlequin filefish |
Area Guide
Coral Reef Gallery