The Blacksaddle goatfish (Parupeneus ciliatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Mullidae that grows up to 38 cm.
Description
The whitesaddle goatfish is a goatfish from the Indo-Pacific. The species grows to about 38 cm and has a red-brown to olive body with a pale stripe and a dark saddle blotch near the tail, and a pair of long chin barbels with which it probes sand and crevices for food. As a bottom-dweller it searches over reef and sand bottoms for small crustaceans, worms and molluscs. It is a valued food fish. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blacksaddle goatfish?
The Blacksaddle goatfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Blacksaddle goatfish live?
The Blacksaddle goatfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Blacksaddle goatfish get?
The Blacksaddle goatfish grows to a maximum of about 38 cm.
Is the Blacksaddle goatfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Blacksaddle goatfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Blacksaddle goatfish edible?
Yes, the Blacksaddle goatfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Parupeneus
More from the family Mullidae
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