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The Filament perch (Lepidoperca filamenta) is a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 18 cm.
Description
The Filament perch is a perchlet (Serranidae) from rocky and coral-reef water around Australia and the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 12 cm and has a stocky, often reddish to mottled body with large eyes and broad pectoral fins on which it rests on the bottom. As a bottom-oriented ambush predator it shelters in crevices and under overhangs and snaps at small crustaceans and small fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Filament perch?
The Filament perch has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Filament perch live?
The Filament perch lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Oceania: Australia
How big does the Filament perch get?
The Filament perch grows to a maximum of about 18 cm.
Is the Filament perch dangerous to humans?
No, the Filament perch 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.
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Same genus Lepidoperca
More from the family Serranidae
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