Large-Eye Dentex
Dentex macrophthalmus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 30–500 m
- Max size: 65 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A large eyed sea bream of rocky and sandy bottoms that moves into deeper water as it grows, ranging between about 30 and 500 metres. Stocks shift seasonally inshore and offshore, hunting fish and crustaceans while the young feed on plankton.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sparidae › Dentex
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273965.
FAQ
- How deep does the Large-Eye Dentex live?
- The Large-Eye Dentex (Dentex macrophthalmus) is typically found at 30–500 m.
- Is the Large-Eye Dentex dangerous to divers?
- The Large-Eye Dentex is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Large-Eye Dentex get?
- The Large-Eye Dentex grows to about 65 cm.