Scolopsis bilineata Bloch 1793

bridled monocle bream

Scolopsis bilineata, bridled monocle bream

The adult form of the monocle bream, Scolopsis bilineata, is pictured above, although adults can change colour at will. Juveniles have black and yellow horizontal stripes along the top half of the body.

 

Distribution widespread west Pacific
Depth 3-30m
Max size 20 cms
Family Nemipteridae - spinecheeks and whiptails