The Smooth seabass (Malakichthys levis) is a saltwater fish of the family Acropomatidae that grows up to 16 cm.
Description
The smooth seabass is a temperate ocean-bass (Acropomatidae) of the continental slope in the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 15 cm and has a stocky, smooth, silvery body with very large eyes and stout fin spines. As a bottom-oriented fish of the dim deep water it snaps at small crustaceans, small fish and zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Smooth seabass?
The Smooth seabass has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Smooth seabass live?
The Smooth seabass lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Smooth seabass get?
The Smooth seabass grows to a maximum of about 16 cm.
Is the Smooth seabass dangerous to humans?
No, the Smooth seabass is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Malakichthys
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