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The Kuroshio Sea

Green jobfish

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Distributed across the Indo-Pacific, including southern Japan. It is green and identified by its short pectoral fins and the furrow in front of its eyes. This is a common edible species found on coral reefs from near the surface to 150 meters. It reaches 70 cm in length. They are also a popular fish for game fishing. They often swim close by scuba divers. They are extremely fast and agile swimmers.

Scientific name Aprion virescens
English name Green jobfish

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