Fin's Fish Guide
The Monocle bream (Parascolopsis aspinosa) is a saltwater fish of the family Nemipteridae that grows up to 21 cm.
Description
The smooth dwarf monocle bream is a dwarf monocle bream from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 21 cm and has a streamlined, reddish to silvery body. As a near-bottom fish it lives over sand and mud bottoms of the continental shelf and slope, between about 20 and 300 metres, and hunts small crustaceans, worms and fish. It is a local bycatch and food fish. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Monocle bream?
The Monocle bream has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a plain pattern. Reddish streamlined body; near-bottom dwarf perch
Where does the Monocle bream live?
The Monocle bream lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific
How big does the Monocle bream get?
The Monocle bream grows to a maximum of about 21 cm. On average the species is around 10 cm.
Is the Monocle bream dangerous to humans?
No, the Monocle 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 Monocle bream edible?
Yes, the Monocle bream is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Parascolopsis
More from the family Nemipteridae
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