Fin's Fish Guide
The Blackbar filefish (Pervagor janthinosoma) is a saltwater fish of the family Monacanthidae that grows up to 13 cm.
Oceania: Australia, Solomon Is., China, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Comoros, Fiji and others
Description
The blackbar filefish is a filefish (Monacanthidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 13 cm and has a deep, laterally compressed body with a grey-green head, an orange tail and a conspicuous black bar across the middle. The first dorsal spine can be raised upright. As a reef-dweller it lives on coral and rocky reefs and eats weed, sponges and small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blackbar filefish?
The Blackbar filefish has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly green.
Where does the Blackbar filefish live?
The Blackbar filefish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Oceania: Australia, Solomon Is., China, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Comoros, Fiji and others
How big does the Blackbar filefish get?
The Blackbar filefish grows to a maximum of about 13 cm.
Is the Blackbar filefish dangerous to humans?
No, the Blackbar filefish 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.
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Same genus Pervagor
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