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The African striped grunt (Parapristipoma octolineatum) is a saltwater fish of the family Haemulidae that grows up to 50 cm.
Description
The African striped grunt is a grunt (Haemulidae) from the eastern Atlantic Ocean. The species has an elongate, silvery body with a few dark lengthwise stripes over the flank. Like other grunts it can make grunting sounds with its throat teeth and swim bladder. It lives in schools in shallow water, from the shoreline to about fifty metres, over sand or rocky bottoms. As a predator it feeds on crustaceans and small fishes. It is a food fish. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the African striped grunt?
The African striped grunt has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Dark longitudinal stripes; schooling grunt that makes grunting sounds.
Where does the African striped grunt live?
The African striped grunt lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Atlantic; shallow water above sand or rock.
How big does the African striped grunt get?
The African striped grunt grows to a maximum of about 50 cm. On average the species is around 25 cm.
Is the African striped grunt dangerous to humans?
No, the African striped grunt is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the African striped grunt edible?
Yes, the African striped grunt is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Parapristipoma
More from the family Haemulidae
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