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Redthroat emperor

Lethrinus miniatus

Depth 35m
Lethrinus miniatus

About this species

Body silvery, tan or yellowish, base of scales often black, often a series of 8 or 9 bars. Base of pectoral fins red. Sometimes a red streal originating on upper operculum, passing beneath eye an onto snout. Lips reddish. Fins pale or reddish. Bright red dorsal fin and red patch at base of pectoral fin. Read more…

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