Pempheris japonica Döderlein, 1883
Pempheris japonica
photo by Randall, J.E.

Family:  Pempheridae (Sweepers)
Max. size:  18 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; marine
Distribution:  Western Pacific: southern Japan and the Philippines.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Found in rocky reefs in shallow waters; not forming large schools (Ref. 43239). Active at night and spends the day in caves (Ref. 9137).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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