Fin's Fish Guide
The Grape-eye seabass (Hemilutjanus macrophthalmos) is a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 50 cm.
Description
The grape-eye seabass is a perch-like fish from the eastern Pacific, off the coast of Chile, Peru and Ecuador. The species grows to about 50 cm and has a streamlined, greyish-brown body with conspicuously large, grape-shaped eyes. As a predator it lives around rocky reefs and coastal bottoms, between about 10 and 55 metres, and hunts small fish and crustaceans. It is a valued sport and food fish. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Grape-eye seabass?
The Grape-eye seabass has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Strikingly large grape-shaped eyes; reef-dwelling predatory bass
Where does the Grape-eye seabass live?
The Grape-eye seabass lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water. Eastern Pacific
How big does the Grape-eye seabass get?
The Grape-eye seabass grows to a maximum of about 50 cm.
Is the Grape-eye seabass dangerous to humans?
No, the Grape-eye seabass 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.
Is the Grape-eye seabass edible?
Yes, the Grape-eye seabass is commonly eaten.
More photos
Want the complete picture on the Grape-eye seabass?
Point your camera at the fish and Fin names the species in seconds. Free, and the Grape-eye seabass is one of 12,519 species in the app.
All data
Identification
Appearance
Habitat & distribution
Behaviour & biology
For anglers
Safety
Status & sources
More from the family Serranidae
Want the complete picture on the Grape-eye seabass?
Point your camera at the fish and Fin names the species in seconds. Free, and the Grape-eye seabass is one of 12,519 species in the app.