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The Japanese large-eye bream (Gymnocranius euanus) is a saltwater fish of the family Lethrinidae that grows up to 45 cm.
Oceania: American Samoa, Australia, Solomon Is., Brunei Darsm, Cambodia, China and others
Description
The Japanese large-eye bream is a large-eye bream (Lethrinidae) from the western Pacific. The species grows to about 45 cm and has a deep, silver-grey body with large eyes. The body sometimes bears faint crossbars and a bluish tinge around the eyes. As a bottom-oriented predator it searches coral and rocky reefs and adjacent sand and seagrass flats for molluscs, crustaceans and small fish. It is a food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Japanese large-eye bream?
The Japanese large-eye bream has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Japanese large-eye bream live?
The Japanese large-eye bream lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Oceania: American Samoa, Australia, Solomon Is., Brunei Darsm, Cambodia, China and others
How big does the Japanese large-eye bream get?
The Japanese large-eye bream grows to a maximum of about 45 cm. On average the species is around 35 cm.
Is the Japanese large-eye bream dangerous to humans?
No, the Japanese large-eye bream 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 Japanese large-eye bream edible?
Yes, the Japanese large-eye bream is commonly eaten.
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