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The Sea chub (Ditrema temminckii) is a saltwater fish of the family Embiotocidae that grows up to 24 cm.
Description
Temminck's surfperch is a surfperch (Embiotocidae) from the northwestern Pacific. The species has an oval, laterally compressed, silvery body with sometimes bluish tints. Adults live on sand bottoms and rocky areas of coastal waters, also among Sargassum weed. Like other surfperches it is livebearing. It feeds on small crustaceans, molluscs and other invertebrates it finds among vegetation and on the bottom. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Sea chub?
The Sea chub has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Ovoviviparous surfperch of Japanese coastal waters; stays among sargassum seaweed.
Where does the Sea chub live?
The Sea chub lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Northwest Pacific; sandy bottoms and rocky coastal areas.
How big does the Sea chub get?
The Sea chub grows to a maximum of about 24 cm.
Is the Sea chub dangerous to humans?
No, the Sea chub is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Sea chub edible?
Yes, the Sea chub is commonly eaten.
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