Eastern blue devil (Paraplesiops bleekeri)

Scientific name: Paraplesiops bleekeri G?nther, 1861

The Eastern blue devil (Paraplesiops bleekeri) is a marine fish of the family Plesiopidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 18–22°C (64–72°F). Native range: Southwest Pacific, endemic to eastern Australia.

Eastern blue devil care at a glance

Temperature: 18–22°C (64–72°F)

Biology

Adults are benthic species which occur inshore. Eggs are guarded by the male parent.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Paraplesiops bleekeri
Family: Plesiopidae (Roundheads)
Order: Perciformes (Perch-like fish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Environment: Marine; reef-associated, usually 5 - 15 m
Climate: Temperate
Distribution: Southwest Pacific: endemic to eastern Australia.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial
Resilience: Medium, minimum population doubling time 1.4 - 4.4 years (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)