Angolan Dentex
Dentex angolensis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 15–300 m
- Max size: 37.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: NT
A dentex of the continental shelf and slope, it preys mainly on crustaceans along with fish, molluscs and worms. Older fish move into deeper water, the species ranging down to about 300 metres and reaching nearly forty centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sparidae › Dentex
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273958.
FAQ
- How deep does the Angolan Dentex live?
- The Angolan Dentex (Dentex angolensis) is typically found at 15–300 m.
- Is the Angolan Dentex dangerous to divers?
- The Angolan Dentex is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Angolan Dentex get?
- The Angolan Dentex grows to about 37.5 cm.