Diplodus ascensionis (Valenciennes, 1830)
Diplodus ascensionis
photo by Hook, T.J.

Family:  Sparidae (Porgies)
Max. size:  22 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; marine; depth range - 10 m
Distribution:  Southeast Atlantic: endemic to Ascension Island.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Observed among rocks, usually at depths less than 10 m (Ref. 86997).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 30 March 2011 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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