Three-barred porcupinefish
📖 Overview
Found in estuarine, coastal and offshore reefs to a depth of 50 m. Nocturnal and solitary. Feeds on hard-shelled invertebrates. Not usually marketed.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Three-barred porcupinefish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Three-barred porcupinefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; brackish; reef-associated; depth range ? - 50 m . Subtropical; 27°S - 40°S
🌿 Ecology
hard-shelled invertebrates
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atopomycterus diversispinis | Bleeker | 1865 | Synonym |
| Dicotylichthys myersi | Ogilby | 1910 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 11 records indexed .
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