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Sea goldie

Distribution : Red Sea and western Indian Ocean east to the Maldives and Chagos. Populations formerly grouped farther east are subject to taxonomic distinctions.

Above reef structures, sea goldie gatherings make a transfer of food between the water and reef visible. The usual habitat lies at 0–35 metres, with records to 55 metres.

Habitat of Sea goldie Habitat
Rocky habitat
Depth range of Sea goldie Depth
0-55 m
Biological group of Sea goldie Group
Ecological role of Sea goldie Role
Predator

WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE?

Typically orange females are smaller than reddish-purple males. In males, the third dorsal ray is elongated and a dark patch marks the pectoral fins. The forked tail has extended tips.

WHERE DOES IT LIVE?

Populations use reefs and current-exposed structures, mainly at 0–35 m and down to 55 m. Taxonomic boundaries of eastern populations have been discussed; the Red Sea context is explicit here.

WHAT DOES IT EAT?

This planktivore catches small prey in the water column. Positions beside the reef provide access to zooplankton while retaining proximity to structural shelter.

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