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The Lattice monocle bream (Scolopsis taenioptera) is a saltwater fish of the family Nemipteridae that grows up to 25 cm.
Description
The lattice monocle bream is a reef fish of the monocle bream family (Nemipteridae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 25 cm and has a streamlined, silvery to pink body with fine yellow and blue lines. It lives inshore on sand and mud bottoms and swims in small groups. As a bottom predator it feeds on small crustaceans, worms and other benthic invertebrates. Monocle breams owe their name to a spine below the eye. The lattice monocle bream is a local food and bycatch fish and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Lattice monocle bream?
The Lattice monocle bream has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly pink-purple and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Fine yellow and blue lines and a spine below the eye; bottom predator of sandy and muddy bottoms.
Where does the Lattice monocle bream live?
The Lattice monocle bream lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific; inshore sandy and muddy bottoms.
How big does the Lattice monocle bream get?
The Lattice monocle bream grows to a maximum of about 25 cm. On average the species is around 15 cm.
Is the Lattice monocle bream dangerous to humans?
No, the Lattice monocle bream is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Lattice monocle bream edible?
Yes, the Lattice monocle bream is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Scolopsis
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