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Where Does Striped large-eye bream Live?

Gnathodentex aureolineatus

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Striped large-eye bream lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Striped large-eye bream

Water type
saltwater
Depth
Typically found at depths of 5 to 100 meters, occasionally deeper.
Environment
Inhabits coral reefs, rocky bottoms, and sandy areas adjacent to reefs. Often found in schools, particularly juveniles and sub-adults, while larger adults may be more solitary or in smaller groups. Prefers clear, coastal waters.
Geographic range
Indo-Pacific region, from East Africa and the Red Sea eastward to the Line Islands and Tuamotu Archipelago, north to southern Japan, and south to Australia (Queensland and Western Australia) and New Caledonia.

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