Ablabys taenianotus
Cockatoo waspfish
Found on sand, mud and rubble, swinging by the water movements, mimicking rotten leaf. Found in pairs or solitary. Very similar species to the Spiny waspfish. The only visible difference between these two species is the number of dorsal rays (17 vs. 15). Colour ranges from white to dark brown.
DIVE SITES
Types of Habitats
Please note that the variety of critters depends on the season and changes dive sites to dive site
Sand & Rubble
Lembeh’s iconic muck sites feature gentle slopes of volcanic sand scattered with debris, sponges, algae, and rubble.
Coral
Many soft and hard coral species live and thrive here, in the nutrient-rich waters of the Lembeh Strait.
Mixed
With a combination of reef and muck dives, you can enjoy a world of diving experiences in one location.
