Family

Common name: Sandperches

Scientific name: Pinguipedidae

The Pinguipedidae family, commonly known as sandperches, includes marine fish that are well-adapted to life on the bottom of the ocean. These fish are characterized by their elongated bodies, large pectoral fins, and a habit of perching on sand or rubble. They are often colorful and can add a dynamic aspect to a reef aquarium. Sandperches are generally peaceful and can coexist with a variety of other marine species, making them suitable for community tanks. They feed on small invertebrates and require a tank with plenty of hiding places and a sandy substrate to mimic their natural habitat.

  1. Latticed sandperch Parapercis clathrata
    Common name: Latticed sandperch
    Scientific name: Parapercis clathrata
  2. Sharpnose Sandperch Parapercis cylindrica
    Common name: Cylindrical sandperch
    Scientific name: Parapercis cylindrica
  3. Speckled sandperch fish - Parapercis hexophtalma
    Common name: Speckled sandperch
    Scientific name: Parapercis hexophtalma
  4. Common name: Smallscale sandsmelt
    Scientific name: Parapercis robinsoni
  5. Parapercis schauinslandii fish in deep water
    Common name: Schauinsland's sea perch
    Scientific name: Parapercis schauinslandii
  6. Common name: Blackflag sandperch
    Scientific name: Parapercis signata
  7. U mark sandperch
    Common name: U-mark sandperch
    Scientific name: Parapercis snyderi
  8. Blackbarred sandperch, Parapercis tetracantha, Indonesia, Indian Ocean, Komodo National Park
    Common name: Reticulated sandperch
    Scientific name: Parapercis tetracantha