Parupeneus multifasciatus

A recognizable feature of the goatfish is their chin whiskers. Some common features are yellow or blue accents on the edges of scales, dark spots around the eyes, dark spots around the base of the pectoral fin, and white and dark bars. Their reproductive size is 7 inch (17.8 cm). == Ecology ==

Moano are common reef fish found in shallow water environments, reef flats, and outside reefs. They spend a lot of their time in the benthic zone. They can be found at depths 0 – 161 m deep (0 – 528 ft). They are endemic in three regions: Hawaiʻi, Marquesas, and the Indo-Polynesian Province. == Diet ==

They are diurnal consumers that prey on crustaceans and small fishes. They can be omnivores. == Fishing regulations ==

In Hawaiʻi, it is common to catch moano using nets / traps, spears, and pole/line. In Hawaiʻi, the minimum size requirement is seven inches, and eight inches on the island of Maui. == Human uses ==

Moano are game fish that can be eaten raw, broiled, or baked. This is a commercially important species, and can be found in the aquarium trade. File:Manybar Goatfish, Hanamaulu Bay, Līhuʻe, HI, US imported from iNaturalist photo 457172420.jpg File:Manybar Goatfish, Lankayan Island, 90000 Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia imported from iNaturalist photo 228531334.jpg File:Manybar Goatfish, Yellu, South Misool, Raja Ampat Regency, West Papua 98483, Indonesia imported from iNaturalist photo 45785904.jpg ==References==