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Yellow-edged lyretail

Variola louti

Yellow-edged lyretail (Variola louti)

Photo: Albert kok · CC BY-SA 3.0

Depthbetween 10 and 45 m
Habitatreef
DifficultyMedium

The Yellow-edged lyretail (Variola louti) is one of the species that spearfishers and freedivers log in Apnaut. It usually frequents reef and is found between 10 and 45 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is territorial, defends its area, which shapes how to approach it.

It takes some technique and knowing its behaviour. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 3 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.

Behaviour: territorial, defends its area.

Minimum size

We don't have a verified size for this species. Check your local regulations before taking it.

Where to catch it

Other names

Mero cola de luna (es)

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum legal size for Yellow-edged lyretail?

We don't have a verified size for this species. Always check your local regulations before taking it.

At what depth is Yellow-edged lyretail found?

Usually between 10 and 45 m, mostly over reef.

Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?

Its difficulty is “medium”. It is also territorial, defends its area. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.

Log it in Apnaut

Add this species to your collection, log your catches with their size and check the legal minimum for your area, all from your phone.

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