Trachypoma macracanthus Günther, 1859 Toadstool groper |
photo by
Randall, J.E. |
Family: | Anthiadidae (Fairy basslets or Streamer basses) | |||
Max. size: | 22 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | benthopelagic; marine; depth range - 45 m | |||
Distribution: | Southwest Pacific. | |||
Diagnosis: | Dorsal spines (total): 12-12; Anal soft rays: 6-6. Ventral border of preopercle with strong antrorse spines (Ref. 40817). | |||
Biology: | Inhabits rock reef (Ref. 75154). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 13 March 2015 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |