A marine fish species belonging to the Aulopidae family, characterized by elongated body structure and distinct fin morphology native to tropical and subtropical marine environments.
Coastal and offshore marine waters of the Atlantic and Indo-Pacific regions, typically inhabiting depths between 20-200 meters with sandy or rocky bottom substrates.
Plays a significant role in marine food webs as a mid-level predator, consuming smaller fish and invertebrates while serving as prey for larger marine species.