The Brassy grunt (Microlepidotus brevipinnis) is a saltwater fish of the family Haemulidae that grows up to 40 cm.
Description
The brassy grunt is a grunt from the eastern Pacific, off the coast of Central America. The species grows to about 40 cm and has a deep, silvery body with fine golden longitudinal lines. Grunts owe their name to the grunting sound they make by rubbing their throat teeth. As a schooling fish it lives over rocky and sandy bottoms of shallow coastal water and hunts small crustaceans, worms and fish. It is a local food fish. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Brassy grunt?
The Brassy grunt has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Brassy grunt live?
The Brassy grunt lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Brassy grunt get?
The Brassy grunt grows to a maximum of about 40 cm. On average the species is around 30 cm.
Is the Brassy grunt dangerous to humans?
No, the Brassy grunt is harmless to humans.
Is the Brassy grunt edible?
Yes, the Brassy grunt is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Microlepidotus
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