Fin's Fish Guide
The Grub fish (Parapercis pulchella) is a saltwater fish of the family Pinguipedidae that grows up to 20 cm.
Description
The harlequin sandperch is a handsomely coloured sandperch from the northwest Pacific, around Japan and Korea. The species grows to about 20 cm and has an elongate body with rows of orange-red and blue spots and bars. As a bottom-dweller it props itself on its pelvic fins on sand and rubble bottoms and darts at small crustaceans, worms and fish. Like many sandperches it is a protogynous hermaphrodite. The fish is harmless to humans. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Grub fish?
The Grub fish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly red-orange and shows a spots pattern. Orange-red and blue markings; bottom perch that props itself up on its pelvic fins
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
How big does the Grub fish get?
The Grub fish grows to a maximum of about 20 cm.
Is the Grub fish dangerous to humans?
No, the Grub fish 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 Grub fish edible?
The Grub fish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Parapercis
More from the family Pinguipedidae
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