Fishing for Pearl perch

Glaucosoma scapulare

The pearl perch is a marine fish known for its silvery, reflective scales and robust body. It typically inhabits rocky reefs and offshore waters along the eastern coast of Australia. Reaching up to 24 inches and weighing around 15 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans and smaller fish. Pearl perch are solitary, often found at depths of 50-200 meters. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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