Waigieu Seaperch
Psammoperca waigiensis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 3–12 m
- Max size: 47 cm
- For divers: safe
A seaperch of rocky and coral reefs that hides in holes and crevices by day, often among weed, and comes out at night to hunt fishes and crustaceans. It happily enters estuaries and is valued at market, sold live in some places.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Carangaria incertae sedis › Latidae › Psammoperca
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282395.
FAQ
- How deep does the Waigieu Seaperch live?
- The Waigieu Seaperch (Psammoperca waigiensis) is typically found at 3–12 m.
- Is the Waigieu Seaperch dangerous to divers?
- The Waigieu Seaperch is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Waigieu Seaperch get?
- The Waigieu Seaperch grows to about 47 cm.