Groupers
Yellow-edged lyretail (Variola louti)
The Yellow-edged lyretail (Variola louti) belongs to the family Epinephelidae (groupers) and is found in the Red Sea, with a wider Indo-Pacific range. It is a carnivore and usually seen alone. It reaches about 75 cm and is found at 1–50 m depth. IUCN conservation status: Least Concern. It is not dangerous to divers.
Quick facts
| Scientific name | Variola louti |
|---|---|
| Family | Groupers (Epinephelidae) |
| Common name (IT) | Cernia louti |
| Common name (EN) | Yellow-edged lyretail |
| Maximum size | 75 cm |
| Depth | 1–50 m |
| Distribution | Red Sea and Indo-Pacific |
| IUCN status | LC — Least Concern |
Description
Present throughout the Red Sea, with a broader range across the tropical Indo-Pacific.
Where it lives
Present throughout the Red Sea, with a broader range across the tropical Indo-Pacific.
- Red Sea
- Indo-Pacific
Frequently asked questions
- What family does the Yellow-edged lyretail belong to?
- The Yellow-edged lyretail (Variola louti) belongs to the family Epinephelidae (groupers).
- Is the Yellow-edged lyretail dangerous?
- It is not dangerous to divers. As with any reef animal, do not touch or handle it.
- Is the Yellow-edged lyretail endemic to the Red Sea?
- No — it occurs in the Red Sea but its range extends across the Indo-Pacific.
- How big does the Yellow-edged lyretail get?
- It reaches a maximum length of about 75 cm.
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