American Harvestfish
Peprilus paru
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 15–136 m
- Max size: 36 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A deep bodied, silvery schooler, the American harvestfish gathers in large numbers over coastal bays and the continental shelf. The young shelter beneath drifting jellyfish, taking refuge among the stinging tentacles. It grows to about thirty six centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Scombriformes › Stromateidae › Peprilus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 159827.
FAQ
- How deep does the American Harvestfish live?
- The American Harvestfish (Peprilus paru) is typically found at 15–136 m.
- Is the American Harvestfish dangerous to divers?
- The American Harvestfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the American Harvestfish get?
- The American Harvestfish grows to about 36 cm.