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Query: Reef perchResult: 13th of 29
Image of: Parapercis (sand-divers)
Subject: Image of: Parapercis (sand-divers)
Source: http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/resou...
grubfish.jpg
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Image of: Parapercis (sand-divers)


Image of: Parapercis (sand-divers)

ADW: grubfish.jpg


Location
Luzon Island, Philippines
Caption
This grubfish (also known as a sandperch, Parapercis species) is a typical companion of any curious diver that happens to create a commotion on the reef by disturbing bottom sediment or turning over rocks. The opportunistic grubfish acts as a shadow, darting from perch to perch, keeping a safe distance and observing closely. When the diver leaves the area, the grubfish swims forward, scavenging for uncovered invertebrates such as worms, or perhaps a small fish. This one is an adult, about five inches in length.

Reef perch
13/29
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