| Plesiopidae (Roundheads), subfamily: Plesiopinae |
| 17 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
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reef-associated; marine; depth range 5 - 30 m |
| Western Indian Ocean: apparently restricted to the waters of Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea. |
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| Adults inhabit coral reefs. they hide in holes during the day (Ref. 9710). Eggs are guarded by the male parent (Ref. 205). |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 04 February 2009 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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Museum: MNHN 1895-172 (Ref. 27772). |
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