Malacanthus plumieri

Malacanthus plumieri
Sand Tilefish – Malacanthus plumieri
FamilyScientific NameAuthorYearCommon Name
MalacanthidaeMalacanthus plumieri(Bloch)1786Sand Tilefish

Malacanthus plumieri

Unique Characters: Body elongate, body depth 13-19% standard length. No predorsal ridge. Preoperculum edge smooth. Operculum with a sharp and prominent spine. Dorsal fin with 4 or 5 spines, 54-60 soft rays.

Similar Species: None

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