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The Walleye seaperch (Hyperprosopon argenteum) is a saltwater fish of the family Embiotocidae that grows up to 30 cm.
Description
The walleye surfperch is a surfperch (Embiotocidae) from the eastern Pacific off the west coast of North America. The species grows to about 30 cm and has a deep, strongly silvery body with large eyes, to which the English name refers, and black margins on the pelvic fins. It lives in the surf of sandy beaches and over sand near rocks, often around piers, frequently in dense schools. It feeds on small crustaceans. Like all surfperches it is viviparous: the female carries the developing young and bears live young. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Walleye seaperch?
The Walleye seaperch has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Large eyes and black pelvic fin edges; ovoviviparous schooling fish of the surf.
Where does the Walleye seaperch live?
The Walleye seaperch lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Pacific off the west coast of North America; surf and piers.
How big does the Walleye seaperch get?
The Walleye seaperch grows to a maximum of about 30 cm.
Is the Walleye seaperch dangerous to humans?
No, the Walleye seaperch is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Walleye seaperch edible?
The Walleye seaperch is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Hyperprosopon
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