Barred Serrano
Serranus psittacinus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 6–61 m
- Max size: 18 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small sea bass of rocky bottoms and isolated reefs, the barred serrano hangs near patch reefs over sand and broken shell. It lives alone and hunts by day, and laboratory juveniles cope with water as cold as about nine degrees.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Serranidae › Serranus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273904.
FAQ
- How deep does the Barred Serrano live?
- The Barred Serrano (Serranus psittacinus) is typically found at 6–61 m.
- Is the Barred Serrano dangerous to divers?
- The Barred Serrano is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Barred Serrano get?
- The Barred Serrano grows to about 18 cm.