Delagoa Threadfin Bream
Nemipterus bipunctatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 18–100 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A threadfin bream of sand and mud bottoms between about 18 and 100 metres, named for the trailing filament on its tail fin. It hunts crustaceans, small squid, fishes and worms along the bottom.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Nemipteridae › Nemipterus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218517.
FAQ
- How deep does the Delagoa Threadfin Bream live?
- The Delagoa Threadfin Bream (Nemipterus bipunctatus) is typically found at 18–100 m.
- Is the Delagoa Threadfin Bream dangerous to divers?
- The Delagoa Threadfin Bream is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Delagoa Threadfin Bream get?
- The Delagoa Threadfin Bream grows to about 30 cm.