Waigieu seaperch (Psammoperca waigiensis) is a saltwater, brackish species recorded in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia. It is mainly found over reef, at depths of 3–12 m.
Scientific name: Psammoperca waigiensis · Water: Saltwater, Brackish
Size: up to 47 cm
The Waigieu seaperch is a latid of rocky and coral reefs, often in weedy areas, and it usually hides in holes and crevices by day. It also enters estuaries, and forages on fishes and crustaceans at night. It is found from 3 to 12 m, commonly about 25 cm and up to 47 cm total length. Mostly marketed fresh, and sold live in Hong Kong fish markets. Fishing vulnerability 30 out of 100.
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