Blueskin Seabream
Polysteganus coeruleopunctatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: to 500 m
- Max size: 60 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
The blueskin seabream keeps to deep reefs down to about 500 metres, a stout carnivore that ambushes smaller prey. Reaching some 60 centimetres, it turns up fresh in markets, though too little is known of it to judge its status.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sparidae › Polysteganus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218614.
FAQ
- How deep does the Blueskin Seabream live?
- The Blueskin Seabream (Polysteganus coeruleopunctatus) is typically found at to 500 m.
- Is the Blueskin Seabream dangerous to divers?
- The Blueskin Seabream is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Blueskin Seabream get?
- The Blueskin Seabream grows to about 60 cm.