Plectorhinchus orientalis (Eastern zebra)

He has a white body with brown horizontal stripes.

Orientalis Plectorhinchus fish is a fish from the Haemulidae family, also known as fish-pole. It is from tropical and subtropical waters of the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. Orientalis Plectorhinchus is a medium -sized fish, generally reaching a length of about 30 cm. It has an elongated and side compressed body, with well developed dorsal and anal fins. Its color generally varies from dark gray to black on top, while the underside is white or light gray.

It has a distinctive characteristic in the shape of a black "mask" which covers the upper half of its face, giving it a particularly expressive appearance. The Plectorhinchus orientalis is a gregarious fish and can be found in large columns near the coral reefs. It feeds mainly on small crustaceans and molluscs which it captures by excavating the seabed using its sharp and robust teeth.

Orientalis Plectorhinchus is a very popular fish in sea water aquariums due to its beautiful color and active social behavior. However, it can be difficult to keep in captivity because of its specific food needs and its tendency to become aggressive towards other fish species. In a natural environment, the orientalis Plectorhinchus is considered a species at low risk of extinction, although its population can be threatened by commercial fishing and the destruction of its habitat.