Brown Meagre
Sciaena umbra
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–200 m
- Max size: 70 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: NT
A dark coastal fish of rocky and sandy bottoms, the brown meagre hunts small fish and crustaceans and grows more active after dark, often slipping into caves and estuaries. Divers describe it as calm and almost effortless in the water, holding position with fine control. It is listed as near threatened.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sciaenidae › Sciaena
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 127010.
FAQ
- How deep does the Brown Meagre live?
- The Brown Meagre (Sciaena umbra) is typically found at 1–200 m.
- Is the Brown Meagre dangerous to divers?
- The Brown Meagre is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Brown Meagre get?
- The Brown Meagre grows to about 70 cm.