Pavoclinus graminis (Gilchrist & Thompson, 1908)
Grass klipfish
Pavoclinus graminis
photo by Randall, J.E.

Family:  Clinidae (Clinids)
Max. size:  16 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; marine
Distribution:  Western Indian Ocean: Inhambane, Mozambique to False Bay, South Africa.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal spines (total): 30-35; Dorsal soft rays (total): 4-6; Anal spines: 2-2; Anal soft rays: 21-24. Color variable, blends with environment; parts of fins translucent (adults); preserved specimens uniform buff (Ref. 5496).
Biology:  Found among weeds; mainly in tide pools. Though not of great angling importance, it provides good sport for young anglers (Ref. 12484).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 06 May 2010 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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