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Rusty jobfish

The rusty jobfish is a species of snapper found at depths from 100 to 150 meters. Its distinct characteristics are its large mouth and slender tail fin. In the Okinawan language it is called taikuchamachi meaning a deep-sea large-mouth snapper.
 

Scientific name Aphareus rutilans
English name Rusty jobfish

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