Scotsman Seabream
Polysteganus praeorbitalis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 20–100 m
- Max size: 90 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: VU
The Scotsman seabream holds to deep offshore reefs between twenty and a hundred metres, feeding on crabs, crayfish, reef fish and squid. It spawns in winter, reaches about 90 cm and is now listed as vulnerable.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sparidae › Polysteganus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218616.
FAQ
- How deep does the Scotsman Seabream live?
- The Scotsman Seabream (Polysteganus praeorbitalis) is typically found at 20–100 m.
- Is the Scotsman Seabream dangerous to divers?
- The Scotsman Seabream is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Scotsman Seabream get?
- The Scotsman Seabream grows to about 90 cm.