The Black bream (Girella elevata) is a saltwater fish of the family Kyphosidae that grows up to 62 cm.
Description
The black drummer is a perch-like fish from the southwestern Pacific, along the coasts of Australia and New Zealand. The species grows to about 62 cm and has a deep, robust, dark body with a small mouth. It lives on rocky coastal reefs and in the surf to about 25 metres depth; large schools form around rocky outcrops and under jetties. By day it shelters among rocks, in caves and under ledges. The fish grazes mainly on algae and seaweed. It is a popular game fish in southeastern Australia. The IUCN has not evaluated the species (NE).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Black bream?
The Black bream has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly black and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Black bream live?
The Black bream lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Black bream get?
The Black bream grows to a maximum of about 62 cm.
Is the Black bream dangerous to humans?
No, the Black bream is harmless to humans.
Is the Black bream edible?
The Black bream is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Girella
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