Barred Hamlet
Hypoplectrus puella
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 3–23 m
- Max size: 15.2 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A solitary sea bass of rocky and coral reefs, the barred hamlet stays close to cover and grows to about fifteen centimetres. Its flesh has been linked to ciguatera poisoning, so it is not a safe fish to eat from reef waters.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Serranidae › Hypoplectrus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 281120.
FAQ
- How deep does the Barred Hamlet live?
- The Barred Hamlet (Hypoplectrus puella) is typically found at 3–23 m.
- Is the Barred Hamlet dangerous to divers?
- The Barred Hamlet is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Barred Hamlet get?
- The Barred Hamlet grows to about 15.2 cm.