Bonaire, Bari reef, 10-2014 (source: Kim Beekers)

Atlantic creolefish

Smooth purplish, olive or reddish brown  fish, usually  with irregular black spots on the upper part of the body. 

Size:  Maximum 30 cm.
Color: Purplish, olive or reddish brown, irregular black spots.
Shape: Body elongated, with a forked tail

Feeds in small to large groups, individuals may seek protection in reefs.

[Floris Bennema, 2016], [Marleen Schouten, 2016]

- Humann, P., & DeLoach, N. (2013). Reef Fish Identification:  Florida, Caribbean, Bahamas (p 512). Third edition. Jacksonville (FL): New World Publications.
-  Interactive Guide to Caribbean Diving. M. De Kluijver, G. Gijswijt, R. de Leon & I. daCunda. 

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