Opistognathus aurifrons

Behavior:

Jawfish live in burrows in the sediment that they line with stones and bits of crushed shell and coral. Active during the day, they often hover over their burrow and feed on zooplankton. They rarely move far from their burrow and often retreat tail-first when threatened.

Predators:

Grouper, Snapper and lionfish.

Did you know?

Yellowhead jawfish are mouthbrooders – the male protects the eggs in his mouth until they hatch.