ORANGE GOATFISH

Mulloidichthys pfluegeri

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IUCN Red List Status: NOT EVALUATED

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Mulloidichthys pfluegeri (Steindachner, 1900)

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  - Ray-finned fishes +
    - Perch-like fishes +
      - Goat fishes +
        
        Mulloidichthys +
        
        Orange goatfish
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This schooling species occurs at depths exceeding 30 m to at least 110 over sandy patches and limestone bottoms. It is mainly diurnal. May display four alternating dark red and light red bars on the body when feeding (Ref. 5439).

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