Cylindrical Sandperch
Parapercis cylindrica
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–20 m
- Max size: 23 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A slim sandperch of sheltered bays and clear lagoons, the cylindrical sandperch props itself on sand, rubble and seagrass near shallow reefs to around 20 metres. Common in seagrass beds, it grows to about 23 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Pinguipedidae › Parapercis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219155.
FAQ
- How deep does the Cylindrical Sandperch live?
- The Cylindrical Sandperch (Parapercis cylindrica) is typically found at 1–20 m.
- Is the Cylindrical Sandperch dangerous to divers?
- The Cylindrical Sandperch is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Cylindrical Sandperch get?
- The Cylindrical Sandperch grows to about 23 cm.