Painted comber
Serranus scriba
Sighting evidence at Ses Monges Wall, Menorca
Photo: Luis P. B. · CC BY-NC
A simultaneous hermaphrodite and one of the most colourful small predators in Mediterranean reefs, Serranus scriba hunts small fish and invertebrates from perches on the rock surface. Its striking red-brown marbling with blue highlights makes it a favourite photography subject. It is non-migratory and extremely site-faithful, making it a consistent feature on every dive along the wall.
Evidence at this site
No confirmed records on file at this site
Painted comber is listed as a curated species here based on historical reports.