Fin's Fish Guide
The Blackspot butterfish (Psenopsis humerosa) is a saltwater fish of the family Centrolophidae that grows up to 20 cm.
Description
The Blackspot butterfish is a medusafish (Centrolophidae) from cool coastal and open water around Australia and the southern oceans. The species grows to about 25 cm and has a deep, laterally compressed, blue-grey to silvery body with a small mouth. As a pelagic fish it swims in schools in the water column and snaps at jellyfish, salps and small plankton; young often shelter under jellyfish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blackspot butterfish?
The Blackspot butterfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly blue.
Where does the Blackspot butterfish live?
The Blackspot butterfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water. Oceania: Australia, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea
How big does the Blackspot butterfish get?
The Blackspot butterfish grows to a maximum of about 20 cm.
Is the Blackspot butterfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Blackspot butterfish 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 Blackspot butterfish edible?
Yes, the Blackspot butterfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Psenopsis
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