Fin's Fish Guide
The Aguavina (Diplectrum radiale) is a brackish-water fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 26 cm.
Description
The pond perch is a sea bass (Serranidae) from the western Atlantic Ocean. The species has an elongate, sand-coloured body with bluish and orange lines and a fan of spines on the gill cover. It is common in coastal waters and also enters estuaries, where it lives on soft bottoms. As a bottom predator it feeds on small crustaceans, worms and small fishes. The flesh is of good quality. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Aguavina?
The Aguavina has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Bluish and orange lines and a fan of opercular spines; bottom predator of coasts and estuaries.
Where does the Aguavina live?
The Aguavina lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Western Atlantic; coastal waters and estuaries on soft bottoms.
How big does the Aguavina get?
The Aguavina grows to a maximum of about 26 cm. On average the species is around 20 cm.
Is the Aguavina dangerous to humans?
No, the Aguavina is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Aguavina edible?
Yes, the Aguavina is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Diplectrum
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