Image Bank - Fishes
Knifejaw
Reference |
IB2156 |
Category |
Fishes |
Family Name |
Knifejaws - OPLEGNATHIDAE |
Common Name |
Knifejaw |
Scientific Name |
Oplegnathus woodwardi |
Artist Name |
Roger Swainston |
Notes |
Knifejaw is found in southern Australian waters, over reefs and rocky bottoms from about 50-400 m. It occasionally enters shallow coastal areas but is generally found on deeper reefs. Source : Swainston’s Fishes of Australia |