Fishing for Yellowback fusilier

Caesio xanthonota

The Yellowback fusilier is a vibrant reef fish known for its striking yellow dorsal area and silvery body. Typically reaching up to 16 inches and weighing around 2 pounds, it inhabits coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific region. This schooling species feeds primarily on plankton and displays agile, synchronized swimming behavior, enhancing its survival in diverse marine environments. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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