Anthias anthias

Sea bass

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  • Swallowtail seaperch
  • Rötling
  • Barbier
  • Tres colas
  • Castagnola rossa

Distribution

  • The temperate Atlantic
  • The Mediterranean

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 found in a sheltered zone
  • The species can be found between 15 and 200 Meters.
  • Common species.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is territorial
  • Species generally living in a group
  • The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 25 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : Zooplankton
  • The animal is a protogynous transsexual

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Aquarium enthusiasts.