Fishing for Goldband goatfish

Upeneus moluccensis

The Goldband goatfish is a small, vibrant fish known for its striking gold stripe along its body. Typically reaching up to 10 inches in length and weighing around 1 pound, it inhabits sandy and muddy bottoms in tropical and subtropical waters. This species feeds on small invertebrates, using its barbels to detect prey, and often forms small schools. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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