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A striking sweetlips whose brown-and-white spotted juveniles wobble dramatically to mimic toxic flatworms, maturing into white fish covered in dark brown spots. A shy, nocturnal reef predator that shelters under ledges by day.
Sheltered coral reefs, ledges and overhangs in clear lagoons and slopes
Calm reef with caves and overhangs; most active feeding after dark
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Light–medium rig over reef and rubble; bites are gentle, so stay in touch with the bait.
Shrimp or squid on a light rig over sheltered reef, best at dusk and after dark.
Eating & safety
Handle carefully around the firm dorsal spines when removing hooks.
Stung or poisoned? First-aid steps →Best conditions: Calm reef with caves and overhangs; most active feeding after dark
Juveniles swim in a flapping, tumbling motion that imitates a poisonous flatworm to deter predators.