Saw-Jawed Monocle Bream
Scolopsis ciliata
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 2–25 m
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A monocle bream of sandy patches near coral reefs, it often works silty, low visibility areas and turns up near mangroves. It gathers in small groups and feeds on bottom invertebrates and small fishes, reaching about 25 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Nemipteridae › Scolopsis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276785.
FAQ
- How deep does the Saw-Jawed Monocle Bream live?
- The Saw-Jawed Monocle Bream (Scolopsis ciliata) is typically found at 2–25 m.
- Is the Saw-Jawed Monocle Bream dangerous to divers?
- The Saw-Jawed Monocle Bream is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Saw-Jawed Monocle Bream get?
- The Saw-Jawed Monocle Bream grows to about 25 cm.