Pempheris schomburgki

Various fishes

Glassy sweeper
Kupfer Beilbauchfisch
Koper bijlbuikvis
Balayeur cuivré
Panzón

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is generally found at the bottom of a hole
The species can be found between 3 and 30 Meters.
Common species.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

The species is generally found in the open sea.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally living in a group
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 15 cm

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!