Fin's Fish Guide
The Golden mandarin fish (Siniperca scherzeri) is a brackish-water fish of the family Percichthyidae that grows up to 37 cm.
Description
The leopard mandarin fish is an Asian perch (Sinipercidae) from East Asia. The species has a stocky body with a large mouth and a brown-yellow ground colour strewn with numerous dark, round leopard spots. It lives near the bottom in clear rivers, streams and lakes, often among rocks and vegetation. As an ambush predator it takes fishes and large crustaceans. It is a valued food fish. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Golden mandarin fish?
The Golden mandarin fish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Brownish-yellow with numerous dark leopard blotches; ambush predatory perch from East Asia.
Where does the Golden mandarin fish live?
The Golden mandarin fish lives in brackish water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. East Asia; clear rivers, streams and lakes.
How big does the Golden mandarin fish get?
The Golden mandarin fish grows to a maximum of about 37 cm. On average the species is around 17 cm.
Is the Golden mandarin fish dangerous to humans?
No, the Golden mandarin fish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Golden mandarin fish edible?
Yes, the Golden mandarin fish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Siniperca
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