Archamia fucata is sometimes used by Maldivian fishermen as bait, although it is not considered a major bait species.
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size
Max. 9 cm
color
Iridescent silvery with about twenty five vertical orange lines, which curve forward as they pass ventrally on body. Dark spots apparent on the cheek. A distinct black spot on either side of the caudal peduncle. Fins yellow.
This species is commonly observed in groups in the protection of reefs or rocky surfaces, particularly in lagoons, down to depths of 60 m. It forms schools among the branching corals.
distinctive characters
The first dorsal fin has 6-7 spines, the second dorsal fin has 1 spine and 7-8 rays, the anal fin has 2 spines and 15-18 rays, and the pectoral fin has 14 rays. The body depth is 2.7 in standard length, making it a small, robust fish. The hind margin of the preoperculum is finely serrated, and the pectoral fin is shorter than the head length. The mouth is relatively large to capture bigger prey.