Family: |
Batrachoididae (Toadfishes), subfamily: Halophryninae |
Max. size: |
23.65 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; marine; depth range 10 - 30 m |
Distribution: |
Eastern Indian Ocean: India. |
Diagnosis: |
Dorsal soft rays (total): 17-18; Anal soft rays: 13-13. This species is characterized by its wide head (37.1-43.6%SL); dorsal-fin rays 17-18; anal-fin rays 13; pectoral-fin rays 21-23; a shallow, funnel-shaped pocket in the upper pectoral-fin axil; body and fins covered with small dark spots (Ref. 86922). |
Biology: |
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IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
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