Zeus faber

Various fishes

John dory
Petersfisch
Zonnevis
Saint-Pierre
Pez de San Pedro
Pesce San Pietro

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic
The temperate Atlantic
The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean
The Mediterranean

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 can be found between 10 and 400 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 70 cm
Maximum age known : 12 year(s)
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : Fishes - -

Relationship with humans

The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing