Upeneus taeniopterus is a species of ray-finned fish in the family Mullidae, the goatfishes. It is known commonly as the finstripe goatfish. It is a marine fish native to the Indo-Pacific region.[1]
This species reaches about 33 centimeters long. It is pale grey in color with many small reddish patches along the dorsal surface of the body. There is a horizontal stripe from eye to tail and a paler stripe below. The tail fin has dark bars.[1]
This fish is associated with reefs, and is usually found in shallow waters.[1]
The fish has been reported to be hallucinogenic when consumed;[1] however, it is commercially fished for food, generally being made into mince and other processed products.
This species has a wide distribution and is not considered to be threatened.