Fishing for Yellow goatfish

Mulloidichthys martinicus

The yellow goatfish is a vibrant marine fish known for its bright yellow coloration and elongated body. It typically reaches up to 16 inches in length and weighs around 2 pounds. Found in tropical and subtropical waters, it inhabits coral reefs and sandy bottoms. This species feeds on small invertebrates, using its barbels to detect prey, and often forms schools. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Reports of ciguatera poisoning

Source: Fishbase

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