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Sweetlip Emperor
(Lethrinus miniatus)

Sweetlip Emperor (Lethrinus miniatus).

Other common names:
Trumpet Emperor.
Lipper.
Red-throat Emperor.

Identification:
Brown or sand coloured body with red tint.
Red dorsal and anal fins with spines on the first half.
Sloped head with large eyes and red markings.

Temperature range:
20 - 30 Celsius (66 - 86 Fahrenheit).

Typical location:
On rubble or sandy areas near coral reefs.

Fishing methods:
Bottom fishing with crab or mollusc.

Fighting characteristics:
A fast strike followed by a series quick runs
for shelter around submerged obstacles.


Thai Fishing Guide's recommended hot spots for catching Sweetlip Emperor:

1. Andaman Islands
2. Similan Islands
3. Racha Islands


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