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Tripodichthys angustifrons (Hollard, 1854) Black-flag tripodfish |
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| Family: | Triacanthidae (Triplespines) | |||
| Max. size: | 20 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; marine; depth range - 15 m | |||
| Distribution: | Western Central Pacific: Australia (including northwestern Australia) and Indonesia. | |||
| Diagnosis: | Dorsal soft rays (total): 22-24; Anal soft rays: 18-19. Spiny dorsal-fin membrane very dark between second spine and base of first spine, and often between second and third spines (Ref 9804). | |||
| Biology: | Inhabits sandy and muddy flats in coastal areas. Feeds on benthic invertebrates. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||
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