Japanese Large-Eye Bream
Gymnocranius euanus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 15–50 m
- Max size: 45 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A large eye bream of sand and rubble near reefs, the Japanese large eye bream forages lagoons and outer slopes for bottom dwelling snails. It reaches about half a metre and comes to the market fresh, caught on longlines and handlines.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Lethrinidae › Gymnocranius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278870.
FAQ
- How deep does the Japanese Large-Eye Bream live?
- The Japanese Large-Eye Bream (Gymnocranius euanus) is typically found at 15–50 m.
- Is the Japanese Large-Eye Bream dangerous to divers?
- The Japanese Large-Eye Bream is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Japanese Large-Eye Bream get?
- The Japanese Large-Eye Bream grows to about 45 cm.