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Current accepted name |
Yes |
Status |
Accepted name |
Status details |
senior synonym, original combination |
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Etymology of generic noun |
Derived from the Greek adjective 'polys' for many and the neuter noun 'lepion' meaning small scales; referring to the relatively numerous lateral-line scales occurring in the species under rhis genus (Ref. 128617). |
Etymology of specific epithet |
Name from Latin adjective meaning spotted with blood, referring to the blood red marks on the caudal peduncle and pectoral fin base in live adults (Ref. 128617). |
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References using the name as accepted |
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