Fishing for Southeast Asian blackstripe dottyback

Pseudochromis perspicillatus

The Southeast Asian blackstripe dottyback is a vibrant marine fish known for its striking black stripe running along its body. Typically reaching 3 inches in length and weighing around 0.1 pounds, it inhabits coral reefs in Southeast Asia. This species is carnivorous, feeding on small invertebrates. It is territorial and often exhibits aggressive behavior towards intruders. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase