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The Broadband seaperch (Lutjanus vitta) is a brackish-water fish of the family Lutjanidae that grows up to 40 cm.
Indo-West Pacific, from the Persian Gulf and India to Japan and Australia.
Description
The brownstripe red snapper is a snapper of the family Lutjanidae widely distributed across the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a streamlined, silvery-pink body with a conspicuous brown lateral stripe along the flank and reaches about 40 cm. Adults live near coral reefs and over flat bottoms with sponges and sea whips, singly or in groups of up to about thirty. The diet consists of fishes, shrimps, crabs and other benthic invertebrates. The species is of commercial importance and is regularly eaten; it can live to about twelve years.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Broadband seaperch?
The Broadband seaperch has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Striking brown longitudinal stripe along the flank; snapper of coral reefs and soft bottoms.
Where does the Broadband seaperch live?
The Broadband seaperch lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific, from the Persian Gulf and India to Japan and Australia.
How big does the Broadband seaperch get?
The Broadband seaperch grows to a maximum of about 40 cm. On average the species is around 35 cm.
Is the Broadband seaperch dangerous to humans?
No, the Broadband seaperch is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Broadband seaperch edible?
Yes, the Broadband seaperch is commonly eaten.
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