Parapercis signata Randall, 1984
Blackflag sandperch
photo by Randall, J.E.

Family:  Pinguipedidae (Sandperches)
Max. size:  13 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range - 12 m
Distribution:  Western Indian Ocean: known only from Maldives.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Found on rubble bottoms near reefs (Ref. 9710). Feeds on small invertebrates and fishes (Ref. 9710). There is an indication that the species is a protogynous hermaphrodite.
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 04 February 2009 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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