Soapfish, Golden Stripe (Grammistes sexlineatus)
Fish in the family Grammistidae. Moderate care. Not Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Dark brown to black body with six distinctive white or pale golden horizontal stripes running the length of the body. Elongated, streamlined form with a rounded head and small mouth adapted for feeding on small crustaceans and fish larvae.
Difficulty and care for the Soapfish, Golden Stripe
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea and East Africa to Hawaii and the Great Barrier Reef.
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