Fin's Fish Guide
The Barred red bass (Plectranthias japonicus) is a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 13 cm.
Description
The Japanese perchlet is a small seabass relative from the northwest Pacific, around Japan. The species grows to about 13 cm and has a stocky, reddish body with paler spots and bars. As a shy bottom-dweller it keeps hidden in crevices and cavities of rocky bottoms on the continental slope, between about 155 and 320 metres, and hunts small crustaceans and fish. The fish is harmless to humans. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Barred red bass?
The Barred red bass has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a spots pattern. Reddish blotched body; secretive small dwarf perch of deeper reef
Where does the Barred red bass live?
The Barred red bass lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Northwest Pacific
How big does the Barred red bass get?
The Barred red bass grows to a maximum of about 13 cm. On average the species is around 12 cm.
Is the Barred red bass dangerous to humans?
No, the Barred red bass is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Barred red bass edible?
The Barred red bass is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Plectranthias
More from the family Serranidae
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