Caesioscorpis theagenes Whitley, 1945
Blowhole perch
Caesioscorpis theagenes
photo by Yau, B.

Family:  Caesioscorpididae (Blowhole perches)
Max. size:  14 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine, non-migratory
Distribution:  Eastern Indian Ocean: Endemic to the west coast of Australia.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Occurs inshore (Ref. 7300). Inhabits coral reef and rock reef (Ref. 75154).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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