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The Emperor (Gymnocranius elongatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Lethrinidae that grows up to 35 cm.
Indo-West Pacific, on sandy or low-relief rocky bottoms, often on offshore grounds.
Description
The forktail large-eye bream is an emperor (family Lethrinidae) of Indo-West Pacific waters. The species grows to about 35 cm and has a fusiform, silvery body with large eyes and a deeply forked tail. It lives demersally on sandy or low-relief rocky bottoms, often on offshore trawling grounds and sometimes near shallow coral reefs, alone or in small groups. Its diet consists of bottom-living invertebrates. The species is harmless to humans and of modest commercial value, marketed fresh.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Emperor?
The Emperor has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Large eyes and a deeply forked tail; lives on offshore sandy grounds.
Where does the Emperor live?
The Emperor lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific, on sandy or low-relief rocky bottoms, often on offshore grounds.
How big does the Emperor get?
The Emperor grows to a maximum of about 35 cm. On average the species is around 25 cm.
Is the Emperor dangerous to humans?
No, the Emperor is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Emperor edible?
The Emperor is rarely eaten.
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