The Yellow assessor (Assessor flavissimus) is a saltwater fish of the family Plesiopidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The yellow assessor is a small, brightly coloured reef fish (Plesiopidae) from the western Pacific, around the Great Barrier Reef. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a deep, bright-yellow body. As a reef-dweller it lives in small groups in caves and under overhanging coral, where it often hovers upside down just below the ceiling, and picks small zooplankton. The male broods the eggs in its mouth. The fish is harmless to humans and is prized in the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Yellow assessor?
The Yellow assessor has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly yellow-gold.
Where does the Yellow assessor live?
The Yellow assessor lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Yellow assessor get?
The Yellow assessor grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Yellow assessor dangerous to humans?
No, the Yellow assessor is harmless to humans.
Is the Yellow assessor edible?
Yes, the Yellow assessor is commonly eaten.
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