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African red bream

Pagrus africanus

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Longueur maximale
75,0 cm
Poids maximum
5,55 kg
Plage de profondeur
?-200m
Famille

Overview

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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À propos

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
Plage de profondeur ?-200m

Habitat & Distribution

Neritic

Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
?-200m

Informations sur la pêche

Poisson de pêche sportive
Oui

Taxonomy

Ordre Perciformes (Perch-like fishes)
Famille Sparidae (Sea breams and porgies)
Espèces Pagrus africanus

Foire aux questions

How big does African red bream get?
African red bream can grow up to 75.0 cm long and weigh 5.55 kg.
Where is African red bream found?
Neritic
What family does African red bream belong to?
African red bream (Pagrus africanus) belongs to the family Sparidae (Sea breams and porgies) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).

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