Family: |
Bovichtidae (Thornfishes) |
Max. size: |
28 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 30 m |
Distribution: |
Indo-West Pacific: southern Australia. |
Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 8-8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 18-19; Anal spines: 0-0; Anal soft rays: 18-18. Caudal fin rounded (Ref. 9002). Variable pale brown with light and dark brown to red spots and blotches (Ref. 9002). |
Biology: |
Inhabits shallow rocky reefs, including rock pools and under jetties on pylons (Ref. 9002). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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