Pterocaesio marri

Species: Pterocaesio marri

English Name: Marr’s Fusilier

Chinese Name: 馬氏鱗鰭梅鯛

Family: Caesionidae

Description:

Marr’s Fusilier upper body is blue to greenish with lower whitish. Can grow up to a length of 35 cm. Lives around coral reefs and appears to prefer clear waters. Used for minor commercial purposes and as a bait for tuna.

© 1997 Randall, John E.

© 1997 Randall, John E.

© 1997 Randall, John E.

© 1997 Randall, John E.

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References:

– Carpenter, K.E., 1987. Revision of the Indo-Pacific fish family Caesionidae (Lutjanoidea), with descriptions of five new species. Indo-Pac. Fish. (15):56 p.