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The Kellogg's basslet (Zalanthias kelloggi) is a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Central Pacific: Hawaiian Islands and seamounts along the Hawaiian Ridge to the southern Emperor Chain.
Description
Zalanthias kelloggi is a small fairy basslet (family Anthiadidae) of the central Pacific. The species reaches about 10 cm and has a fusiform, mostly red to pink body with yellow tones, typical of the fairy and jewel basses. It lives at deep reefs and seamounts along the Hawaiian Ridge and the Emperor Seamount Chain, where it hovers in groups above the bottom and feeds on zooplankton carried in by the current. Like many relatives the species is a protogynous hermaphrodite: individuals begin as females and may later change into males. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Kellogg's basslet?
The Kellogg's basslet has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a plain pattern. Small, red anthias of deep reefs and seamounts; protogynous hermaphrodite.
Where does the Kellogg's basslet live?
The Kellogg's basslet lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Central Pacific: Hawaiian Islands and seamounts along the Hawaiian Ridge to the southern Emperor Chain.
How big does the Kellogg's basslet get?
The Kellogg's basslet grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Kellogg's basslet dangerous to humans?
No, the Kellogg's basslet is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Kellogg's basslet edible?
The Kellogg's basslet is not usually eaten.
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