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The Brilliant pomfret (Eumegistus illustris) is a saltwater fish of the family Bramidae that grows up to 47 cm.
Oceania: Australia, China, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Mayotte, Cook Is., Fiji and others
Description
The brilliant pomfret is a pomfret (Bramidae) from warm, deep parts of the Indian and Pacific oceans. The species grows to about 47 cm and has a deep, laterally compressed, dark metallic body with large eyes. As an oceanic predator it swims in open water above the continental slope, from a few to several hundred metres deep, and hunts fish, squid and crustaceans. It is a food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Brilliant pomfret?
The Brilliant pomfret has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly black.
Where does the Brilliant pomfret live?
The Brilliant pomfret lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Oceania: Australia, China, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Mayotte, Cook Is., Fiji and others
How big does the Brilliant pomfret get?
The Brilliant pomfret grows to a maximum of about 47 cm.
Is the Brilliant pomfret dangerous to humans?
No, the Brilliant pomfret is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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