Tripodichthys angustifrons (Hollard, 1854)
Black-flag tripodfish
Tripodichthys angustifrons
photo by FAO

Family:  Triacanthidae (Triplespines)
Max. size:  20 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; marine; depth range - 15 m
Distribution:  Western Central Pacific: Australia (including northwestern Australia) and Indonesia.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal soft rays (total): 22-24; Anal soft rays: 18-19. Spiny dorsal-fin membrane very dark between second spine and base of first spine, and often between second and third spines (Ref 9804).
Biology:  Inhabits sandy and muddy flats in coastal areas. Feeds on benthic invertebrates.
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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