Description
Reference |
IB1364 |
Category |
Fishes |
Family Name |
Gurnard Perches - NEOSEBASTIDAE |
Common Name |
Common Gurnard Perch |
Scientific Name |
Neosebastes scorpaenoides |
Artist Name |
Roger Swainston |
Notes |
They are ambush predators of small fishes and crustaceans, their mottled colour patterns and large fins providing effective camouflage. However, great care must be taken when handling them to avoid the venomous spines. Source : Swainston’s Fishes of Australia |
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