Ornate Emperor
NameOrnate Emperor
Scientific NameLethrinus ornatus
Common NamesOrnate Emperor, Ornate Emperor Bream, Yellowstripe Emperor, Yellow-striped Emperor
FamilyLethrinidae
OriginIndo-West Pacific, East Africa, Samoa, Southern Japan, Australia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Snappers, Large Angelfish, Tangs (in very large tanks), Triggerfish (with caution), Other robust, semi-aggressive marine fish
Description
The Ornate Emperor is a robust marine fish known for its silvery body marked with distinctive yellow to orange horizontal stripes. It inhabits coral reefs and sandy bottoms across the Indo-West Pacific, growing to a considerable size. This species is a predatory fish, feeding on benthic invertebrates and small fish.
