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The Rose thread-fin bass (Hemanthias peruanus) is a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 45 cm.
Description
The splittail bass is a sea bass (Epinephelidae) from the eastern Pacific. The species has a handsome pink to reddish body with yellow tints and a deeply forked tail with elongated tips. It forms schools over deeper reefs and rocky bottoms. Hovering in the current it plucks zooplankton from the water column. It is a local food fish. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Rose thread-fin bass?
The Rose thread-fin bass has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly pink-purple and shows a plain pattern. Deeply forked tail with extended tips; schooling, plankton-eating anthias.
Where does the Rose thread-fin bass live?
The Rose thread-fin bass lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water. Eastern Pacific; deeper reefs and rocky bottoms.
How big does the Rose thread-fin bass get?
The Rose thread-fin bass grows to a maximum of about 45 cm.
Is the Rose thread-fin bass dangerous to humans?
No, the Rose thread-fin bass is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Rose thread-fin bass edible?
Yes, the Rose thread-fin bass is commonly eaten.
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