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The Blackthroat seaperch (Doederleinia berycoides) is a saltwater fish of the family Acropomatidae that grows up to 40 cm.
Asia: Australia, China, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Indonesia, Japan, Korea (North) and others
Description
The blackthroat seaperch is a perch-like fish (Acropomatidae) from coastal and slope waters of the northwest Pacific, off East Asia. The species grows to about 40 cm and has a deep, red-pink body with large eyes and a dark throat cavity. As a bottom-oriented predator it lives over sand and mud bottoms of the continental margin between tens and hundreds of metres and hunts small fish, crustaceans and squid. It is a valued food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blackthroat seaperch?
The Blackthroat seaperch has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Blackthroat seaperch live?
The Blackthroat seaperch lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Asia: Australia, China, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Indonesia, Japan, Korea (North) and others
How big does the Blackthroat seaperch get?
The Blackthroat seaperch grows to a maximum of about 40 cm. On average the species is around 30 cm.
Is the Blackthroat seaperch dangerous to humans?
No, the Blackthroat seaperch 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 Blackthroat seaperch edible?
Yes, the Blackthroat seaperch is commonly eaten.
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