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Pempheris xanthoptera Tominaga, 1963 |
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photo by
Randall, J.E. |
| Family: | Pempheridae (Sweepers) | |||
| Max. size: | 15 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; marine | |||
| Distribution: | Northwest Pacific: Japan. | |||
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| Biology: | Nocturnal species. Juveniles form large schools. Tasty food fish. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||