Lethrinus nebulosus
April 9, 2019
The spangled emperor is an occasional host of reefs and sandy areas, usually isolated or in small groups, and one of the largest representatives of the emperor family, together with Lethrinus olivaceus and Lethrinus erythracanthus.
It is recognizable by its elevated body, the blue dots along the lateral line and the designs on the operculum. It is a very beautiful fish.
It is typically hunted by stalking it at the rock-sand limit, or by crawling on the sea floor and instinctive shooting, near the cave where it hides. It does not move very fast which generally allows to aim properly.
The spangled emperor is delicious and is logically a very coveted prey, which has made it quite rare. By its behavior reminiscent of the European breams, European hunters are fond of it. And rightly so.
