The Half-lined cardinal is a small, vibrant fish found in coral reefs across the Indo-Pacific. It features a distinctive horizontal stripe along its body. Typically measuring around 3 inches and weighing up to 0.1 pounds, it feeds on plankton and small invertebrates. Known for its nocturnal behavior, it often shelters in crevices during the day. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Half-lined cardinal
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