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The Doublebar seabream (Acanthopagrus bifasciatus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Sparidae that grows up to 36 cm.
Description
The doublebar seabream is a porgy (Sparidae) from the western Indian Ocean, Red Sea and Persian Gulf. The species grows to about 36 cm and has a deep, silver-grey body with two conspicuous dark bands across the head, one through the eye and one behind the head, and yellow fins. As a bottom-oriented fish it searches reefs and lagoons for molluscs, crustaceans and worms, which it crushes with strong molars. It is a food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Doublebar seabream?
The Doublebar seabream has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Doublebar seabream live?
The Doublebar seabream lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Asia: Bahrain, Djibouti, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan and others
How big does the Doublebar seabream get?
The Doublebar seabream grows to a maximum of about 36 cm. On average the species is around 22 cm.
Is the Doublebar seabream dangerous to humans?
No, the Doublebar seabream 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 Doublebar seabream edible?
Yes, the Doublebar seabream is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Acanthopagrus
More from the family Sparidae
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