Gramma melacara

Sea bass

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  • Blackcap basslet
  • Schwarzkappen-Feenbarsch
  • Zwartkap Feeënbaars
  • Gramma à tête noire
  • Grama de capuchón negro

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species is found in a sheltered zone
  • The species can be found between 11 and 130 Meters.
  • Common species.

General behaviour of the species

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

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 10 cm
  • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.

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.