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Eubalichthys cyanoura Hutchins, 1987 Bluetail leatherjacket |
| Family: | Monacanthidae (Filefishes) | |||
| Max. size: | 42 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | reef-associated; marine | |||
| Distribution: | Eastern Indian Ocean: southern Australia. | |||
| Diagnosis: | Dorsal spines (total): 2-2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 31-35; Anal spines: 0-0; Anal soft rays: 32-35. Caudal fin rounded; pelvic fins rudimentary. | |||
| Biology: | Inhabits coastal reefs (Ref. 33839). Shy species (Ref. 33839). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 17 July 2017 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||