Red Seabream

Saltwater
Irish Name:
Deargán Dearg
Scientific Name:
Pagellus bogaraveo

Description

Deep-water sea bream with reddish colouration. Large eyes adapted for depth.

Identification

Pinkish-red. Large dark spot above pectoral. Large eyes. Deep oval body.

Species Information
  • Category Sea
  • Habitat Saltwater
  • Average Weight 1.00 kg
Specimen Threshold

Irish Specimen Fish Committee (ISFC) qualifying sizes:

Weight 2.722 kg
(6.00 lbs)
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