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