Bridled monocle bream [Teixeirichthys jordani]
Description
This species is characterized by its oval body and large eyes. Its body color is usually silver-white with yellowish fins. The body is covered in small scales, and the dorsal fin is continuous and long. It is distinguished by a unique black band (or 'bridle') that extends from the snout, through the eye, to the preopercle. This species is found in tropical marine environments, specifically reef-associated habitats in the Indo-West Pacific region. They are usually seen in small groups or pairs, feeding on algae, detritus and small invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Perciformes
Perciformes
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| Family |
Damselfishes
Pomacentridae
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| Genus |
Teixeirichthys
Teixeirichthys
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