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The Japanese aulopus (Hime japonica) is a saltwater fish of the family Aulopidae that grows up to 22 cm.
Description
The Japanese greeneye is an aulopus (Aulopidae) from the northwestern Pacific. The species has an elongate body with a large mouth, large eyes and a tall dorsal fin. It lives bottom-bound on sandy or muddy bottoms, to at least thirty metres depth. As an ambush hunter it rests on the bottom and darts up at passing small fishes and crustaceans. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Japanese aulopus?
The Japanese aulopus has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly red-orange and shows a spots pattern. Bottom-resting ambush predator with a large mouth and a tall dorsal fin; shoots upwards at prey.
Where does the Japanese aulopus live?
The Japanese aulopus lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Northwest Pacific; sandy and muddy bottoms.
How big does the Japanese aulopus get?
The Japanese aulopus grows to a maximum of about 22 cm. On average the species is around 15 cm.
Is the Japanese aulopus dangerous to humans?
No, the Japanese aulopus is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Japanese aulopus edible?
The Japanese aulopus is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Hime
More from the family Aulopidae
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