The Leather bass (Dermatolepis dermatolepis) is a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae that grows up to 100 cm.
Description
The leather bass is a large grouper from the eastern Pacific, from the Gulf of California to Peru and the Galapagos. The species grows to about 100 cm and has a deep, greyish-brown body with paler spots and thick, leathery skin. As a reef predator it shelters in crevices and caves and hunts small fish and crustaceans. It is a valued food fish. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Leather bass?
The Leather bass has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Leather bass live?
The Leather bass lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Leather bass get?
The Leather bass grows to a maximum of about 100 cm.
Is the Leather bass dangerous to humans?
No, the Leather bass is harmless to humans.
Is the Leather bass edible?
Yes, the Leather bass is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Dermatolepis
More from the family Serranidae
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