Two-lined monocle bream
The two-lined monocle bream is a species of threadfin bream native to the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean. An inhabitant of coral reefs, this species can be found at depths from. They are carnivorous, preying on smaller fishes, as well as benthic invertebrates. This species can reach a length of, though most only reach a length of around. This species is sought-after by local peoples for food and can also be found in the aquarium trade.
The two-lined monocle bream exhibits biofluorescence, that is, when illuminated by blue or ultraviolet light, it re-emits it as green, and appears differently than under white light illumination. Biofluorescence may assist in intraspecific communication and camouflage, blending the fish with green-fluorescing Acropora corals.
