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The Whitecheek monocle bream (Scolopsis vosmeri) is a saltwater fish of the family Nemipteridae that grows up to 17 cm.
Description
The whitecheek monocle bream is a monocle bream (Nemipteridae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 25 cm and has a red-brown body with a conspicuous white band across the cheek and gill cover, to which the name refers. It is a bottom fish of turbid or weedy coastal waters, usually on sand, mud or rubble bottoms close to reefs to about 30 m deep. As a bottom predator it feeds on small invertebrates and small fishes. It is a food fish. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Whitecheek monocle bream?
The Whitecheek monocle bream has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a plain pattern. Striking white band across the cheek and operculum; bottom-dwelling predator of turbid coastal waters.
Where does the Whitecheek monocle bream live?
The Whitecheek monocle bream lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific; turbid coastal waters near reefs.
How big does the Whitecheek monocle bream get?
The Whitecheek monocle bream grows to a maximum of about 17 cm. On average the species is around 15 cm.
Is the Whitecheek monocle bream dangerous to humans?
No, the Whitecheek monocle bream is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Whitecheek monocle bream edible?
Yes, the Whitecheek monocle bream is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Scolopsis
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