Speckled sandperch
📖 Overview
Speckled sandperch (Parapercis hexophtalma) is a ray-finned fish of the family Pinguipedidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 29 cm. It occurs at depths between 2 and 22 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 5; Dorsal soft rays (total): 21; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 17. This species is distinguished by the following characters: pectoral-fin rays usually 17; cheek region with 6-10 oblique brownish bands; with 3-4 ocelli but lacking other distinct spots or patches in lower part of the body in males; in females and juveniles, 7 ocelli but usually lacking spots or patches between ocelli; juveniles 9.0 cm or smaller with 12 or fewer brownish anal fin spots .Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Speckled sandperch is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Speckled sandperch is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Speckled sandperch is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 2 - 22 m . Tropical; 30°N - 30°S Indian Ocean only.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Speckled sandperch · spotted sandmelt · spotted sandperch · spotted weever |
| 🇫🇷French | Pinge pintade |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 六睛拟鲈 |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 16 records indexed .
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