Fin's Fish Guide
The School bass (Schultzea beta) is a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 10 cm.
North America: Bahamas, Cuba, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Trinidad Tobago, USA
Description
The school bass is a small sea bass (Serranidae) from the western Atlantic and Caribbean. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a slender, red-pink to translucent body. Unlike most secretive sea basses it swims in schools in open water above coral-rich reefs and filters small zooplankton from the current with its far-protrusible mouth. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the School bass?
The School bass has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the School bass live?
The School bass lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. North America: Bahamas, Cuba, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Trinidad Tobago, USA
How big does the School bass get?
The School bass grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the School bass dangerous to humans?
No, the School bass 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.
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