African red bream
Pagrus africanus
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African red bream (Pagrus africanus) is a marine fish of the family Sparidae (Sea breams and porgies), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 75 cm, with a maximum published weight of 5.5 kg. It has been recorded to depths of 200 m. Recorded habitats include neritic.
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The African red bream (Pagrus africanus) is a large saltwater fish reaching up to 75 cm and 5.55 kg. It inhabits coastal reef environments off the African coast and is a prized food and sport fish.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 75,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 5,55 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | ?-200m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic
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Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familie | Sparidae (Sea breams and porgies) |
| Arten | Pagrus africanus |
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