The Sailor's Choice is a colorful fish with a laterally compressed body and distinctive horizontal stripes. It is known for forming large schools, often found near coral reefs.
Habitat
Coral reefs and rocky areas.
Diet
Feeds on small crustaceans and benthic invertebrates.
How common
Common
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