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The Doubleblotch spinecheek (Scolopsis bimaculata) is a saltwater fish of the family Nemipteridae that grows up to 31 cm.
Description
The doubleblotch monocle bream is a reef fish of the family Nemipteridae from the Indo-West Pacific. The species reaches about 31 cm and has a silvery body with two conspicuous dark blotches on the back, to which the name refers, and the scaled, rearward-pointing ridge below the eye characteristic of monocle breams. It occurs in inshore waters, usually on coral reefs or on sand and mud bottoms close to reefs. The diet consists of crustaceans, molluscs, echinoderms and small fishes. The species is eaten locally.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Doubleblotch spinecheek?
The Doubleblotch spinecheek has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a spots pattern. Two dark blotches on the back; a scaled ridge below the eye, typical of monocle breams.
Where does the Doubleblotch spinecheek live?
The Doubleblotch spinecheek lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific, on coral reefs and adjacent bottoms.
How big does the Doubleblotch spinecheek get?
The Doubleblotch spinecheek grows to a maximum of about 31 cm. On average the species is around 13 cm.
Is the Doubleblotch spinecheek dangerous to humans?
No, the Doubleblotch spinecheek is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Doubleblotch spinecheek edible?
The Doubleblotch spinecheek is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Scolopsis
More from the family Nemipteridae
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