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Pavoclinus graminis (Gilchrist & Thompson, 1908) Grass klipfish |
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photo by
Randall, J.E. |
| Family: | Clinidae (Clinids) | |||
| Max. size: | 16 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; marine | |||
| Distribution: | Western Indian Ocean: Inhambane, Mozambique to False Bay, South Africa. | |||
| Diagnosis: | Dorsal spines (total): 30-35; Dorsal soft rays (total): 4-6; Anal spines: 2-2; Anal soft rays: 21-24. Color variable, blends with environment; parts of fins translucent (adults); preserved specimens uniform buff (Ref. 5496). | |||
| Biology: | Found among weeds; mainly in tide pools. Though not of great angling importance, it provides good sport for young anglers (Ref. 12484). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 06 May 2010 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||