The Pacific reef bass (Pseudogramma thaumasia) is a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The Pacific reef bass is a small, cryptic basslet from the eastern Pacific, ranging from the Gulf of California to Gorgona Island in Colombia. The species grows to about 9 cm and has a light yellowish-brown body with dark brown spots forming longitudinal lines and a conspicuous black spot on the gill cover with a dermal flap above the eye. It lives withdrawn in rock crevices between 1 and 37 metres depth and hunts small fish and benthic crustaceans. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Pacific reef bass?
The Pacific reef bass has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Pacific reef bass live?
The Pacific reef bass lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Pacific reef bass get?
The Pacific reef bass grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Pacific reef bass dangerous to humans?
No, the Pacific reef bass is harmless to humans.
Is the Pacific reef bass edible?
The Pacific reef bass is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Pseudogramma
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