Redstripe Basslet, Pseudanthias fasciata (Kamohara, 1954)
Red-stripe Sea-perch, Red-stripe Seaperch, Striped Anthias
Introduction
The Redstripe Basslet can be recognised by the broad red stripe along the side of the body. In Australia it is known from northern to southern Queensland but is most commonly seen on the Great Barrier Reef.
Identification
The Redstripe Basslet can be recognised by the broad red stripe along the side of the body from the operculum to the caudal peduncle. There are rows of yellow spots along the lower sides of the body.
Habitat
The species occurs mostly on coral reefs in depths between 20m and 68m.
Distribution
The Redstripe Basslet is found in tropical marine waters of the Indo-Pacific. In Australia it is known from northern to southern Queensland but is most commonly seen on the Great Barrier Reef.
References
- Allen, G.R. 1997. Marine Fishes of Tropical Australia and South-east Asia. Western Australian Museum. Pp. 292.
- Hoese, D.F., Bray, D.J., Paxton, J.R. & G.R. Allen. 2006. Fishes. In Beesley, P.L. & A. Wells. (eds) Zoological Catalogue of Australia. Volume 35. ABRS & CSIRO Publishing: Australia. parts 1-3, pages 1-2178.
- Kuiter, R.H. 1996. Guide to Sea Fishes of Australia. New Holland. Pp. 433.
- Kuiter, R.H. 2000. Coastal Fishes of South-eastern Australia. Gary Allen. Pp. 437.
- Michael, S.W. 1998. Reef Fishes. Volume 1. A Guide to Their Identification, Behaviour, and Captive Care. Microcosm. Pp. 624.
- Randall, J.E., Allen, G.R. & R.C. Steene. 1997. Fishes of the Great Barrier Reef and Coral Sea. Crawford House Press. Pp. 557.