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The Reef perch (Micrometrus aurora) is a saltwater fish of the family Embiotocidae that grows up to 18 cm.
Description
The reef perch is a small surfperch from the eastern Pacific, off the west coast of North America. The species grows to about 18 cm and has an oval, laterally compressed body with golden and dark stripes. As a dweller of the intertidal zone it lives among weed and seagrass in rock pools and shallow coastal water. Like other surfperches it gives birth to live young rather than laying eggs. It grazes small crustaceans and algae. The fish is harmless to humans. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Reef perch?
The Reef perch has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly yellow-gold and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Golden stripes; ovoviviparous intertidal-zone surfperch
Where does the Reef perch live?
The Reef perch lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Pacific
How big does the Reef perch get?
The Reef perch grows to a maximum of about 18 cm.
Is the Reef perch dangerous to humans?
No, the Reef perch 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.
Is the Reef perch edible?
The Reef perch is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Micrometrus
More from the family Embiotocidae
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