Pogonoperca punctata

Sea bass

Clown grouper;Spotted soapfish
Schneeflocken-Seifenbarsch
Savon Barbu
Mero payaso
Cernia pagliaccio

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Indian Ocean

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 can be found between 10 and 215 Meters.
Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 35 cm
Maximum age known : 12 year(s)
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.
- -Sport or local fishing