King Soldierbream
Argyrops spinifer
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–450 m
- Max size: 80 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A deep bodied seabream with tall spiny fin rays, the king soldierbream ranges from sheltered shallows where the young live out to startling depths near four hundred and fifty metres. It feeds on bottom invertebrates, mostly molluscs, and is an important food fish.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sparidae › Argyrops
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218590.
FAQ
- How deep does the King Soldierbream live?
- The King Soldierbream (Argyrops spinifer) is typically found at 1–450 m.
- Is the King Soldierbream dangerous to divers?
- The King Soldierbream is harmless to divers.
- How big does the King Soldierbream get?
- The King Soldierbream grows to about 80 cm.