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The Yellowfin bass (Anthias nicholsi) is a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 25 cm.
Description
The yellowfin bass is an anthias from the western Atlantic, from Virginia to southern Florida, the Caribbean and the Gulf of Mexico to northeastern Brazil. The species grows to about 25 cm and has a pinkish-red body with yellow tones. It lives over rocky and hard bottoms across a wide depth range to about 430 metres and feeds on zooplankton and small prey in the water column. Like other anthias it is a protogynous hermaphrodite, starting as a female and later able to change into a male. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Yellowfin bass?
The Yellowfin bass has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a plain pattern. Protogynous hermaphrodite; plankton-eater above hard substrate
Where does the Yellowfin bass live?
The Yellowfin bass lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Western Atlantic
How big does the Yellowfin bass get?
The Yellowfin bass grows to a maximum of about 25 cm.
Is the Yellowfin bass dangerous to humans?
No, the Yellowfin 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.
Is the Yellowfin bass edible?
The Yellowfin bass is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Anthias
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