Image Bank - Fishes
Silver Spot
Reference |
IB2167 |
Category |
Fishes |
Family Name |
Kelpfishes - CHIRONEMIDAE |
Common Name |
Silver Spot |
Scientific Name |
Threpterius maculosus |
Artist Name |
Roger Swainston |
Notes |
Kelpfishes inhabit weed beds and rocky reefs in shallow coastal waters, often in areas of strong surge, holding themselves in position with their strong pectoral fins. Source : Swainston’s Fishes of Australia |