| Sparidae (Porgies) |
| 35 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
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reef-associated; marine; depth range - 10 m |
| Western Indian Ocean: Red Sea and especially common in the north. |
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Dorsal spines (total): 11-11; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12-14; Anal spines: 3-3; Anal soft rays: 10-12 |
| Inhabits shallow waters, mainly around coral reefs, and over sandy or mud-sandy bottoms (Ref. 30573). Feeds on benthic invertebrates (Ref. 30573). Consumed fresh. |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 03 December 2009 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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