Brassy Grunt
Orthopristis chalcea
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–60 m
- Max size: 45 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A grunt of sand and gravel bottoms in coastal waters, it reaches about 45 centimetres and is valued as food. Like its relatives it forages near the bottom for small invertebrates.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Haemulidae › Orthopristis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1841039.
FAQ
- How deep does the Brassy Grunt live?
- The Brassy Grunt (Orthopristis chalcea) is typically found at 10–60 m.
- Is the Brassy Grunt dangerous to divers?
- The Brassy Grunt is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Brassy Grunt get?
- The Brassy Grunt grows to about 45 cm.