Opistognathus papuensis
Opistognathus papuensis Bleeker, 1868
Papuan jawfish
photo by Randall, J.E.


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Family:  Opistognathidae (Jawfishes)
Max. size:  40 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine
Distribution:  Western Central Pacific: southern New Guinea and northeastern Queensland, Australia.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Occurs in sand patches of coastal reefs (Ref. 9710).
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 17 September 2024 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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