Smithichthys fucorum (Gilchrist & Thompson, 1908) Leafy klipfish |
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photo by
Zsilavecz, G. |
Family: | Clinidae (Clinids) | |||
Max. size: | 30 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | demersal; marine | |||
Distribution: | Southeast Atlantic: Cape Point to the Bashee River in South Africa. | |||
Diagnosis: | Dorsal spines (total): 28-31; Dorsal soft rays (total): 4-6; Anal spines: 2-2; Anal soft rays: 19-21. Color greenish, brown or yellow with obscure mottlings and bars; iridescent pearly spot under pectoral fins (Ref. 5496). | |||
Biology: | Found amongst subtidal seaweeds. | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 07 May 2010 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |