Pacific Mutton Hamlet
Alphestes immaculatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–50 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A cryptic seabass of seagrass and rocky reefs, it lies hidden among the weed by day, sometimes partly buried in sand, relying on camouflage to stay unseen. After dark it hunts, feeding mainly on bottom living crustaceans.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Epinephelidae › Alphestes
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279568.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pacific Mutton Hamlet live?
- The Pacific Mutton Hamlet (Alphestes immaculatus) is typically found at 1–50 m.
- Is the Pacific Mutton Hamlet dangerous to divers?
- The Pacific Mutton Hamlet is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pacific Mutton Hamlet get?
- The Pacific Mutton Hamlet grows to about 30 cm.