Silver Surfperch (Hyperprosopon ellipticum)

Also known as Seaperch, Silver Perch

Description

Also known as Seaperch, Silver Perch.

Found in schools, around rocky areas, piers, sand, and surf areas of inshore waters.
They feed on algae and crustaceans.
Length - 27cm
Depth - 0-110m
Widespread Eastern Pacific

Some Surfperches are harvested commercially, and some are used as cleaner fish, for sea lice on farmed salmon. Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/3632

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