Juvenile Spotted Drum

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'Juvenile Spotted Drum' - by Lynn Williams, Honduras

Juvenile Spotted Drum Fish (Equetus punctatus) grow to about 6-11 inches, and are perhaps best known for their long dorsal fin.   Their prime habitat is in secluded bottom reef areas (eg., under ledges, near cave openings).

 
'Should you shield the canyons from the wind, you would never see the beauty of its carvings.'  -
                                                                                                                      Elizabeth Kubler Ross