Doublebar Goatfish ( Parupeneus bifasciatus )
Common Name: Goatfish,
Local Name: Manitis (Tagalog); Timbungan (Cebuano)
Max Size: 35 cm
Biodiversity: Marine, Reef-associated
Depth: 1 – 80 meters
Fishing Season: All Year Long
Minimum Size Limit: None
Recommended Bait/Lures: Shrimp, crabs, worms, other small crustaceans
IUCN Red List Status Status: Not Listed
Here is another species of Goatfish found throughout the Philippine Islands. Goatfish are a sought after food fish due to their white flesh. Fish like this are said to be good for people who are sick. The fish above was speared at night in Catmon, Cebu.
Posted on August 20, 2015, in Goatfish. Bookmark the permalink. 2 Comments.
Salmonete po ang tawag namin diyan dito sa Baler
Thank you sir for sharing