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The Australian sea bream (Acanthopagrus australis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Sparidae that grows up to 66 cm.
Description
The yellowfin bream is a sea bream (Sparidae) from the coastal waters of eastern Australia. The species reaches about 66 cm and has a deep, silvery body with yellowish fins. It inhabits estuaries, coastal rivers, creeks, lakes and bays, usually in marine or brackish water, but in dry seasons penetrates the lower reaches of fresh water. As an omnivore it feeds on molluscs, crustaceans, worms and algae. The species is a protandrous hermaphrodite, beginning as a male and later able to become female. In winter it migrates to river mouths to spawn. It is a very popular recreational and food fish.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Australian sea bream?
The Australian sea bream has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Euryhaline and protandrous (male first); migrates to river mouths in winter to spawn.
Where does the Australian sea bream live?
The Australian sea bream lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Coastal waters of eastern Australia.
How big does the Australian sea bream get?
The Australian sea bream grows to a maximum of about 66 cm. On average the species is around 25 cm.
Is the Australian sea bream dangerous to humans?
No, the Australian sea bream is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Australian sea bream edible?
Yes, the Australian sea bream is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Acanthopagrus
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