Parapercis hexophtalma

Blennies/Gobies

  • Speckled sandperch
  • Schwanzfleck-Sandbarsch
  • Perche de sable
  • Namorado moteado
  • Perchia maculata

Distribution

  • The tropical Pacific
  • The Red Sea
  • The Indian Ocean

Environment and movement of the diurnal 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.
  • The species can be found between 2 and 22 Meters.
  • Very common species.

General behaviour of the species

  • The species is territorial
  • 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 : 30 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
  • Diet : Fishes -
  • 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.
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!