Largescaled Terapon
Terapon theraps
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: to 10 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A coastal fish marked with dark bands, the largescaled terapon moves freely between the sea and brackish water, while its young drift offshore among floating weed. The male guards the eggs and fans them with his fins until they hatch.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Centrarchiformes › Terapontidae › Terapon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218349.
FAQ
- How deep does the Largescaled Terapon live?
- The Largescaled Terapon (Terapon theraps) is typically found at to 10 m.
- Is the Largescaled Terapon dangerous to divers?
- The Largescaled Terapon is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Largescaled Terapon get?
- The Largescaled Terapon grows to about 30 cm.