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Parapercis signata Randall, 1984 Blackflag sandperch |
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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. | |||
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| 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 | |||