Author: (Cuvier, 1830)
FBname: Lattice monocle bream
Comments: Occurs inshore on sand or mud bottoms (Ref. 118677).   Swims in small groups.  Feeds on small crustaceans, mollusks and fishes.  Most abundant species of <i>Scolopsis</i> seen in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand. Trawled in moderate numbers along with other species in the South China Sea and Gulf of Thailand. Highly rated as a food fish, although it sells for a low price and no major fishery exists. Sold fresh and prepared steamed or used for fish balls; sometimes salted or dried (Ref. 9785).