Southwest Atlantic Butterfish
Stromateus brasiliensis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 22–133 m
- Max size: 38 cm
- For divers: safe
This silvery butterfish of the southwest Atlantic keeps to the bottom and the water just above it, down to around 130 metres, coming inshore to spawn. As juveniles they shelter among the trailing tentacles of drifting jellyfish, a risky nursery that keeps larger predators away.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Scombriformes › Stromateidae › Stromateus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273998.
FAQ
- How deep does the Southwest Atlantic Butterfish live?
- The Southwest Atlantic Butterfish (Stromateus brasiliensis) is typically found at 22–133 m.
- Is the Southwest Atlantic Butterfish dangerous to divers?
- The Southwest Atlantic Butterfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Southwest Atlantic Butterfish get?
- The Southwest Atlantic Butterfish grows to about 38 cm.