Blacksaddle goatfish (Parupeneus ciliatus) is a saltwater species recorded in Hong Kong, Taiwan. It is mainly found over reef, at depths of 2–91 m. The main season in Hong Kong, Taiwan runs all year.
Scientific name: Parupeneus ciliatus · Water: Saltwater · Season: All year
Size: up to 38 cm
The blacksaddle goatfish is a mullid of seagrass beds and the coral areas of lagoons and seaward reefs. It feeds at night on bottom invertebrates, mostly crustaceans. It is found from 2 to 91 m and is in season all year. Maximum about 38 cm total length, with a fishing vulnerability of 34 out of 100 and medium population recovery. Medium priced.
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