Saffronfin sea bream
📖 Overview
Saffronfin sea bream (Dentex spariformis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Sparidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 26 cm. It occurs at depths between 100 and 264 metres. With a trophic level of 3.8, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 8. : short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Saffronfin sea bream is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range 100 - 264 m . Tropical Indo Pacific: from Bali, Lombok Island and the Arafura Sea in Indonesia to Northern Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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