Siganus guttatus

Orange Spotted Spinefoot

The orange-spotted spinefoot has a laterally compressed body about half as deep as its standard length, a steep head profile, a forward-pointing spine before the dorsal fin, and is typically dusky blue above and silvery below, marked by a large yellow-orange spot near the tail and smaller reddish-brown spots along the flanks, reaching up to 42 cm in length.

Best Time of The Year

All Year

Remarks

Often seen grazing in shallow coastal reefs and seagrass areas, usually in small groups.

Frequency of Sightings

Rare

Often

Habitat

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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

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

Coral

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

Mixed

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

Other Critters in The Habitat

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