The Spotcheek emperor is a reef-dwelling fish known for its distinctive red markings on the cheeks. It typically measures around 12-16 inches and weighs 2-4 pounds. This species primarily feeds on crustaceans and small fish. Inhabiting coral reefs and rocky areas, it exhibits solitary or small group behavior, often seen patrolling reef edges. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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