Okinawa seabream

Okinawa seabream (Acanthopagrus chinshira) is a saltwater species recorded in Hong Kong, Taiwan. The main season in Hong Kong, Taiwan runs winter.

Scientific name: Acanthopagrus chinshira · Water: Saltwater · Season: Winter

Size: up to 65 cm

About

The Okinawa seabream is a sparid that moves close inshore around winter (about November to February), making it a seasonal target; it is uncommon and commands a high price, and can reach 65 cm.

Differences by region

• Hong Kong — Local name：Okinawa seabream · Season：Winter
• Taiwan — Local name：Okinawa seabream · Season：Winter

Ecology and habitat

Water layer

Inshore upper water

Distribution status

Native

Trophic level

3.3

Fishery and market

Game fish

No

Resilience

Medium

Angling traits

• Iconic target
• High value
• Challenging

Methods

• General

Sources

• 維基百科 — 琉球棘鯛
• 邵廣昭 臺灣魚類資料庫 網路電子版 — 別名
• 邵廣昭 臺灣魚類資料庫 網路電子版
• 臺灣魚類資料庫 — 琉球棘鯛 Acanthopagrus chinshira
• 海洋保育署 — 歷年垂釣回報

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