Author: (Fabricius, 1775)
FBname: Yellow-edged lyretail
Comments: Usually seen in clear-water areas at depths below 15 m, and prefers islands and offshore reefs rather than continental shores.  Feeds mainly on fishes, and on crabs, shrimps and stomatopods.  It is highly appreciated for the quality of its flesh.  It may not be sold in Mauritius because of cases of ciguatera poisoning (Ref. 11888).  In the Hong Kong live fish markets (Ref. 27253). This common and important food fish is caught with handlines, spear, and traps (Ref. 39231).