Crimson seabream (Dentex hypselosomus) is a saltwater species recorded in Taiwan. It is found at depths of 50–200 m. The main season in Taiwan runs summer, autumn.
Scientific name: Dentex hypselosomus · Water: Saltwater · Season: Summer, Autumn
Size: up to 30.8 cm
The crimson seabream, 赤鯮 in Taiwan, is a deep-red sparid with a yellow snout, prized off southwestern Taiwan and Penghu. Found over roughly 50–200 m, it is mainly taken by deep-water boat fishing.
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