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Lethrinus lentjan (Pinkear Emperor)

Lethrinus lentjan, commonly known as the Pinkear Emperor or Pink-Eared Emperor, is a species of fish in the family Lethrinidae. It is found in tropical and subtropical waters of the Indo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea, the Great Barrier Reef, and the coasts of Southeast Asia.

Description

• Size: Typically grows up to 40 cm, but can reach a maximum length of around 50 cm.
• Body Shape: Moderately deep-bodied with a slightly compressed shape.
• Coloration: Generally silvery with a slight pinkish hue and faint vertical bands, more visible in juveniles.
• Head & Eyes: Reddish or pink tinge around the eyes, giving it its name.
• Fins: Continuous dorsal fin and slightly forked caudal fin.

Habitat & Distribution

• Inhabits coral reefs, lagoons, and seagrass beds at depths of 2–100 meters.
• Common in coastal and occasionally brackish waters.

Diet & Behavior

• Carnivorous – feeds on crustaceans, mollusks, and small fish.
• Forages along the seabed, using strong jaws to crush shells.

Fishing & Conservation

• Commercially important due to its firm, white flesh.
• Caught using handlines, traps, and gillnets.
• Not endangered, but local populations may be impacted by overfishing.