Fishing for Blackbar soldierfish

Myripristis jacobus

The Blackbar soldierfish is a vibrant, nocturnal species known for its striking red body and distinctive black bar behind the gills. Typically found in coral reefs, it reaches up to 10 inches in length and weighs around 1 pound. This fish feeds on zooplankton and small invertebrates, often forming schools for protection and foraging. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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