Fin's Fish Guide
The Grub fish (Parapercis sexfasciata) is a saltwater fish of the family Pinguipedidae that grows up to 12 cm.
Description
The sixbar sandperch is a sandperch (Pinguipedidae) from the northwestern Pacific. The species has an elongate body with a flattened head and, as the name indicates, a row of dark crossbars on the flank. It inhabits the sublittoral zone on sandy-muddy bottoms, where it props itself on the bottom with its pectoral fins and lies on the lookout. As a small bottom predator it springs on small crustaceans, worms and small fishes. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Grub fish?
The Grub fish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Row of dark vertical bars; rests on its pectoral fins and watches for prey from the sandy bottom.
Where does the Grub fish live?
The Grub fish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Northwest Pacific; sublittoral sandy-muddy bottoms.
How big does the Grub fish get?
The Grub fish grows to a maximum of about 12 cm.
Is the Grub fish dangerous to humans?
No, the Grub fish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Grub fish edible?
The Grub fish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Parapercis
More from the family Pinguipedidae
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