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The Japanese boarfish (Evistias acutirostris) is a saltwater fish of the family Pentacerotidae that grows up to 90 cm.
Description
The striped boarfish is a boarfish (Pentacerotidae) from the subtropical Pacific. The species has a deep, laterally compressed body with broad black vertical bands, a pointed snout and elongated dorsal fin rays. It lives near the bottom over reef and sand and is found in pairs or small groups at deep rocky drop-offs. With its small mouth it picks bottom invertebrates such as crustaceans and molluscs. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Japanese boarfish?
The Japanese boarfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly white and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Broad black vertical bands and elongated dorsal fin rays; boarfish of deep drop-offs.
Where does the Japanese boarfish live?
The Japanese boarfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Subtropical Pacific Ocean; reef and sandy bottoms near deep drop-offs.
How big does the Japanese boarfish get?
The Japanese boarfish grows to a maximum of about 90 cm.
Is the Japanese boarfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Japanese boarfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Japanese boarfish edible?
The Japanese boarfish is rarely eaten.
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