Cheilodipterus artus Smith, 1961
Lined cardinalfish, 187mm

This cardinalfish was photographed in shallow water on the lagoon side of Kwajalein Island by Christina Sylvester.

Older specimens, such as those photographed below by Jay Lord, lose the yellow zone and black spot near the tail.

Created 13 April 2018
Updated 21 October 2018

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