Fishing for Sixblotch hind

Cephalopholis sexmaculata

The Sixblotch hind is a vibrant reef-dwelling fish known for its distinctive six dark blotches. It typically inhabits coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific region. This species reaches up to 18 inches in length and weighs around 4 pounds. It is a carnivorous predator, feeding on smaller fish and invertebrates, and exhibits territorial behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

20 ft - 492 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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