Embiotoca lateralis explained

Embiotoca lateralis, commonly known as the striped surfperch or striped seaperch, is a species of surfperch native to the north-eastern Pacific Ocean.

Description

The striped surfperch is characterized by orange and blue stripes running lengthwise down the body and blue spots on the head and operculum. Individuals reach maximum lengths of 15 in (38 cm).[1]

Notes and References

  1. Book: Eschmeyer. William N.. Herald. Earl S.. Hammann. Howard. A Field Guide to Pacific Coast Fishes: North America. registration. 1983. Houghton Mifflin. Boston. 061800212X. 229.