The Fusilier (Caesio xanthonota) is a saltwater fish of the family Caesionidae that grows up to 40 cm.
Description
The yellowback fusilier is a fusilier from the Indo-West Pacific, from East Africa and the Maldives to Indonesia. The species grows to about 40 cm and has a streamlined blue body with a broad yellow field running from the head over the whole back into the tail. By day it forms large, fast schools above coral reefs and in open water, where it catches zooplankton from the current. It is a valued food and bait fish. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Fusilier?
The Fusilier has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly blue and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Fusilier live?
The Fusilier lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Fusilier get?
The Fusilier grows to a maximum of about 40 cm.
Is the Fusilier dangerous to humans?
No, the Fusilier is harmless to humans.
Is the Fusilier edible?
Yes, the Fusilier is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Caesio
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