Opistognathus reticulatus
Opistognathus reticulatus (McKay, 1969)
Leopard jawfish


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Family:  Opistognathidae (Jawfishes)
Max. size:  50 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; marine
Distribution:  Indo-West Pacific: northern Australia.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Found in coastal waters, on rubble or soft bottoms. Reported to have bitten waders, but usually harmless.
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 17 September 2024 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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