The sergeant-major is a vibrant, reef-dwelling fish known for its striking black vertical stripes on a silvery body. Typically measuring 5-6 inches and weighing up to 0.5 pounds, it thrives in warm, shallow waters. This omnivorous species feeds on algae, plankton, and small invertebrates. It exhibits territorial behavior, especially during breeding, often defending its chosen area aggressively. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Sergeant-major
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