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The False pompano (Scorpis lineolata) is a brackish-water fish of the family Kyphosidae that grows up to 30 cm.
Temperate waters around south-eastern Australia and New Zealand; coastal reefs.
Description
The silver sweep is a fish of the sea chub and sweep family (Kyphosidae) from the temperate waters around south-eastern Australia and New Zealand. The species grows to about 30 cm and has a deep, oval, silver-grey body with a small mouth. Adults inhabit coastal reefs and often stay in schools above rocks; juveniles live in estuaries and tide pools. As an omnivore it feeds on small zooplankton, algae and small invertebrates. The silver sweep is a local angling and food fish and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the False pompano?
The False pompano has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Deep, silvery-grey body; shoaling coastal reef fish, juveniles in estuaries and tide pools.
Where does the False pompano live?
The False pompano lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Temperate waters around south-eastern Australia and New Zealand; coastal reefs.
How big does the False pompano get?
The False pompano grows to a maximum of about 30 cm.
Is the False pompano dangerous to humans?
No, the False pompano is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the False pompano edible?
Yes, the False pompano is commonly eaten.
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