Description
The Freckled Goatfish (Upeneus Tragula), is a species of Goatfish found in the Indo-Pacific region. They are carnivorous and feed on small invertebrates that they sense in the sand using their two whiskers. The fish has a distinctive line that runs horizontally along its body with black spots on its fins.
Habitat
This species of Goatfish is primarily found in the Indo-Pacific region, predominantly Eastern Indian Ocean, and Western Pacific Ocean. They are inhabit coral reef and rocky ecosystems near the coast.
Diet
The Freckled Goatfish is carnivorous and feeds on small invertebrates such as worms and crustaceans it senses and sifts through the sand using its two whiskers.
Appearance
The Freckled Goatfish can reach a length of 30cm covered in small freckles, and a black line running horizontally along its body. It has two fins which can be venomous and used in defence. They can vary in colour from a reddish brown colour to yellowish brown.
Key Features
- Freckles cover the entire body.
- Black line running along its body and through its eye.
- Two small whiskers below its mouth.
Threats
IUCN Conservation Status: Least Concerned
Frequently Asked Questions
This species of Goatfish is primarily found in the Indo-Pacific region, predominantly the Eastern Indian Ocean, and Western Pacific Ocean. They are inhabit coral reef and rocky ecosystems near the coast.
The Freckled Goatfish is carnivorous and feeds on small invertebrates such as worms and crustaceans it senses and sifts through the sand using its two whiskers.
