Malacanthus plumieri

Various fishes

  • Sand tilefish
  • Sand-Ziegelbarsch;Sand-Torpedobarsch
  • Zand torpedobaars;Zand tegelvis
  • Vive;Matajuel blanc
  • Matajuelo;Carajuelo blanco

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
  • The species can be found between 2 and 50 Meters.
  • Common species.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

  • The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
  • The species is generally motionless in its environment
  • The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is territorial
  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 70 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : Fishes -

Relationship with humans

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