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The Bigeye sea perch (Lutjanus lutjanus) is a saltwater fish of the family Lutjanidae that grows up to 35 cm.
Description
The bigeye snapper is a snapper of the family Lutjanidae from the Indo-Pacific. The species grows to about 35 cm and has a silvery body with a yellow longitudinal stripe and relatively large eyes. Adults live on offshore coral reefs and trawling grounds, to almost 100 metres, and are often found in schools. As a predator it feeds on fishes and benthic invertebrates. The bigeye snapper is a common, commercially important species frequently landed as bycatch and target of the trawl fishery. It is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bigeye sea perch?
The Bigeye sea perch has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Yellow longitudinal stripe and relatively large eyes; common, commercially fished schooling snapper.
Where does the Bigeye sea perch live?
The Bigeye sea perch lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-Pacific; offshore coral reefs and trawling grounds.
How big does the Bigeye sea perch get?
The Bigeye sea perch grows to a maximum of about 35 cm.
Is the Bigeye sea perch dangerous to humans?
No, the Bigeye sea perch is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Bigeye sea perch edible?
Yes, the Bigeye sea perch is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Lutjanus
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