Opistognathus randalli

Yellow Barred Jawfish

It has dark brown upper head and white body, there is 8-10 of pale yellow orange bars at the body. Bright yellow mark on front of upper iris, yellow dorsal, anal and tail fins also some black spot on front of dorsal fin. The male brood the eggs in the mouth for five to seven days. This species can be identified by the yellow mark at the eye, they stay at hole. Size up to 12 cm.
Best Time of The Year
All Year Round
Remarks
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Frequency of Sightings
Rare
Often
Habitat
mixed
Coral
Sand & rubble
DIVE SITES

Types of Habitats

Please note that the variety of critters depends on the season and changes dive sites to dive site

Sand & rubble

Sand & Rubble

Lembeh’s iconic muck sites feature gentle slopes of volcanic sand scattered with debris, sponges, algae, and rubble.

Coral

Coral

Many soft and hard coral species live and thrive here, in the nutrient-rich waters of the Lembeh Strait.

mixed

Mixed

With a combination of reef and muck dives, you can enjoy a world of diving experiences in one location.

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